ALFRED
M. LEE(May 1934) Alfred M. Lee, aged
86, passed away in home of his daughter Mrs. Lewis Rupp, south of Pettisville,
on Friday, May 4th, after an illness of four weeks. Funeral service was
conducted by Revs. Amstutz and Slagle at Union church in Pettisville, Sunday
afternoon. Besides many relatives and friends he is survived by one daughter,
Mrs. Myrtle Rupp, and son Mr. Stanley A. Lee; eight grandchildren, three
great-grandchildren, and one sister. One son, Truman, preceded him in death.

Alfred
M. Lee Alfred M. Lee, son
of Benjamin and Mary Lee, was born February 18, 1848, in Henry County,
Ohio. He departed from this life May 4, 1934 at the home of his daughter,
Mrs. Lewis Rupp. His earthly pilgrimage continued for 86 years, 2 months,
and 16 days. He was one of a family of ten children: four brothers
and six sisters, all of whom are deceased excepting one sister, Mrs. Lizzie
Smith, of Waldron, Michigan. He was a diligent and prosperous farmer living
within the distance of one mile from his birth place, during his entire
life. On February 11, 1875 he was united in marriage with Jane Adeline
Boyer of Williams County, Ohio. This union was blessed with three children:
Truman H.; Myrtle, now Mrs. Lewis Rupp, and Stanley A., all residing on
adjoining farms. During the year of 1895, Rev. S. H. Yager conducted
a meeting at the United Brethren Church on the Ridge. At this time Mr.
Lee confessed Christ as his personal Savior and with his companion united
with the church and continued faithful to the Lord until death. After the
United Brethren Church was discontinued he attended the Pettisville Missionary
Church as regularly as his health permitted. On September the
28th, 1925 he was bereft of his beloved companion. A few days later his
elder son also preceded him to his eternal reward. After this he made his
home with his daughter, Mrs. Lewis Rupp. He failed gradually during the
past years which led to his final illness of four weeks. He bore it all with
great patience and frequently expressed his desire and hope of being with
the Lord.

Among many relatives
and friends, he is survived by his daughter Myrtle and son Stanley, eight
grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Card of Thanks The family wishes
to express its appreciation to the friends who have o kindly assisted them
and expressed their sympathy in the sickness and death of their beloved
father. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Rupp and family, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Lee and
family, Mrs. Ida Lee and family

Barbara
(Myers) ErnstBarbara Ernst, the
daughter of Lewis and Barbara Myers, was born January 22,1846, at Bucyrus,
Ohio. In the year 1866, she united in marriage to Benjamin Ernst.
On May 3, 1934 she was departed from this life to join her husband, Benjamin
Ernst; a daughter, Effie, who died in infancy; and a son, Ira C. Ernst.

To cherish her memory
are: Alfred W., of Ridgeville Corners; Elgar I., of Liberty Center; Melvin
J., of Tedrow; Oliver
B., of Delta; George R., of Wauseon; nineteen grandchildren; twelve great
grandchildren, and one sister, Cathrine Myers of Bucyrus, Ohio.

Death is the chilliness
that precedes the dawn; We shudder for a
moment, then awake In the broad sunshine
of the other life.

Card of Thanks We wish to *to extend
our thanks to the friends and neighbors who have so kindly aided us at
this time. The Ernst Family. 9

MRS.
G. D. (Rupp) WYSE(Nov 1934) Mrs. G. D. Wyse,
age 64 years, passed away in her home in Pettisville, Tuesday morning,
at 8:00 'clock of heart trouble, after being bedfast the past five weeks,
and in poor health for many years. The funeral will be held on Thursday
afternoon at 2:00 o'clock, in the Union Church in Pettisville, Rev. M.
N. Amstutz officiating. Interment in Pettisville cemetery. She leaves husband,
three daughers: Mrs. Fred Neidhardt, Mrs. S. L. Miller, and Ruth, at home;
five grandchildren; five sisters: Mrs. Menno
Yaggy of Van Nuys, Calif., Mrs. Hiram Amstutz of Denier, Calif., Mrs. John
Yaggy of Ft. Wayne, Mrs. Adam Waldvogel and Mrs. W. J. Weber; three brothers:
Mr. John F. Rupp, Mr. Lewis Rupp, Mr. Chris. Rupp, of Pettisville.

Christena
Jane (Bucher) LauberChristena Jane Lauber,
nee Bucher, was born near Whitehouse, Lucas county, Ohio, September 11,
1863, and departed this life Friday, March 22nd, 1929, at the age of 65
years, 4 months and 11 days, following
an illness that lasted nearly seven months. She was the eighth child
of Frederic and Maria Bucher and grew to maturity at the parental home.
January 27, 1881, she was united in marriage with Joseph Lauber and located
on the Lauber Hill farm. Six years later they moved to Archbold where Mr.
Lauber engaged in the clothing business. To this union seven children were
born. This happy marriage was saddened by the sudden demise of the husband
and father, 0ct. 27, 1903. Upon this now departed mother, fell the double
duties of rearing a large family. She faced the task with a saddened heart
but willing hands and successfully brought her seven children to maturity.
One niece Mary Lauber was taken into her home and loved and cared for as
her own. Mother Lauber was a kind, loving mother, honored and respected
by all and her life was a wonderful moral
example to all with whom she came in contact.

Chistena Lauber is
survived by five sons: Ora E.; Harry C.; Edward C., and Olley C. of Archbold;
Elmer F. of Toledo; and two daughters: Mrs. J. C. Saunders of Wauseon and
Mrs. 0. R. Taylor of Archbold; twenty grandchildren and one great-grandchild
one sister: Mrs. Mary Lauber and one brother: Christian Bucher of Archbold,
as well as a host of relatives and friends.

Card Of Thanks We desire to express
our heartfelt thanks to all kind relatives, neighbors and friends, who
in any way assisted during the long, illness and last sad rites for our
dear Mother. The Children.

Jonas
William LeiningerJonas William Leininger,
the son of Ed. Leininger .and his wife, Carrie Leatherman was born March
27, 1911 in Henry Co., Ohio. When very shortly after birth it seemed that
the child would not live, the Sacrament
of Holy Baptism was administered by the grandfather, Wm. Leininger. Nevertheless;
the boy grew up and remained with his parents during his entire life, moving
with them to Darby Corners some 15 years ago. More or less sickly
all his life, the boy nevertheless worked- and labored with his father
until last June when he was stricken with plural pneumonia. From that time
on, with the exception of several weeks ago, he was forced to remain indoors,
Bright's disease and dropsy having taken hold of his body. And it was these
afflictions which finally brought
about his death which occurred Saturday evening, Feb. 3, 1934, at
9 o'clock he having attained 'the age of 22 years, 10 months, and 6 days.
During his long illness he showed a very patient spirit,
bearing his cross with Christian courage and resignation. Those who
remain to mourn his seeming untimely departure are his d bereaved parents,
2 sisters: Pearl and Lodema; 1 brother: Albert; his paternal grandparents,
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Leininger sr.; his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Elizabeth
Leatherman, as well as a host of other relatives and friends. He is-

“Asleep in Jesus,
blessed sleep, From which none
ever wakes to weep,A calm and undisturbed
repose, Unbroken by the
last of foes."

Funeral services
were held Tuesday afternoon at the home and St. James' Lutheran Church
in Burlington, with interment in the Leininger Cemetery. The Rev. R. Trautman
officiated.

Card of Thanks We wish to thank
neighbors and friends, and also all those who kindly remembered with flowers.
We appreciate all that was done in any way for us during the illness, death
and burial of our dear son Jonas.Mr. Ed. A. Leininger
and Family.

Raymond
Schantz Jr.STRUCK FATALLY BY
AUTO Raymond Schantz
Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Schantz, of Adrian, Mich., was killed
instantly, Sunday afternoon,
when struck by an automobile in *fornt of his home. He was rushed to the Adrian hospital
but passed away before the hospital was reached. He leaves parents, two
sisters; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Schantz of Toledo, Mr. and Mrs.
Fred Schnur of Evansport, and great grandmother, Mrs. Phoebe Simmons.
At about 4:30 in the afternoon, the Raymond Schantz family were preparing
to leave the home of friends where they were visiting near Adrian. Raymond
Junior, who was eleven last June, with other children, was playing and
*accidently ran into the street while two
machines were passing. He was struck on the left side of the head by the
bumper of the car. He died on the way to the hospital. The body is to be
brought to Archbold, today, Wednesday. Funeral will be conducted at 1:00
p.m. in St. John's Reformed church conducted by Rev. Theo. J. Klaudt. Interment
in the Zion's Reformed cemetery southwest of Archbold.

Raymond
Junior Schantz(Mar 1934) Raymond Junior Schantz,
oldest and only son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond L. Schantz, was born in Onsted,
Michigan, June 7th, 1922, and departed this life on March 4, 1934, at the
age of 11 years, 8 months, 28 days, as a result of being struck by an automobile
while playing with other children near Birdsell, Mich., about 2 ½
miles from his home where he has spent the last seven years of his life. He spent
all his school days at the Adrian Center School. He will be sadly
missed by his parents; two sisters, Bernetta and Wanda June; one great-grandmother;
his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Schantz
of Toledo, OH., and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schnur of Evansport, 0.; and many
uncles and aunts and a host of relatives and friends who will miss his
loving smile.

Card Of Thanks We wish to express
our sincere thanks to all our friends and neighbors who assisted us in
any way, and for the kindness and sympathy shown us during our bereavement;
also the Rev. Howard Moore and Rev. T.
J. Klaudt for their comforting words; to the donors of the beautiful flowers,
and cars for conveyance. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond
Schantz, and Daughters.

Jacob
GypePioneer Merchant Jacob Gype, Early
Village Merchant, Passes On Jacob Gype, age
88 years, died in the home of his son, Mr. Otto Gype and family, at 4116 Mayfield Drive,
Toledo, Monday noon, 12:15 o'clock, of gangrene in his right foot. He had,
been abed for 6 weeks. The funeral will be held at 12:00, Wednesday, in
Toledo, and at 2:00 o'clock in the Lutheran parsonage in Archbold. Burial
in Pettisville cemetery. Jacob Gype was one of the last representatives
of the old order of Archbold business men. Some sixty years ago when a
young man he learned the cabinet makers' trade, at which he labored for
a number of years, making furniture for the plain people of this vicinity,
who at that time had only unvarnished household fixtures. At that
time a man named Sloan kept store. When the Sloan store sold to Jacob Vernier,
Mr. Vernier sold the furniture stock to Jacob Gype. With that beginning
he opened the a first furniture store of consequence in Archbold.
At that time the village cabinet maker was the undertaker, making the caskets
out of boards to measure, after the death. The cabinet maker also helped
at the funeral. From that beginning Jacob Gype became the recognized village
undertaker. About 1886, when laws governing such matters were passed, he
became a licensed mortician, which profession he practiced for years afterward.
Jacob Gype prospered by the old, time-tried methods of labor and thrift.
He worked hard and saved rigidly, and his credit with wholesale houses
was unquestioned. He paid as he went and could look all men in the face.

Mrs.
Tracy Snyder Miller Grandma Miller died
in her home in Ridgeville township, on Tuesday, April 3rd, at the ripe
old age of 97 years, 8 months and 29 days. She was born in Bavaria,
July 4th, 1836 and came to America in 1858, when in her 22nd year, having
been a resident of Ridgeville township for seventy-six years. Her maiden
name was Tracy Snyder. Her husband, Ambrose Miller, passed away in 1904.
She was the mother of five sons and five daughters, eight of whom are living.
They are: Andrew, John, George and Ambrose Miller, and Mrs. Harmon Spengler,
Mrs. Frances Myers, Mrs. John Eicher, and Mrs. Jacob Myers. Other descendants
are 29 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, and 5 great- great-grandchildren.
Funeral was held Saturday at the Catholic church in Napoleon. Burial in the Ridgeville
cemetery. She has always been highly respected by all who knew her.
She endured the hardships and cares of pioneer life, performed the strenuous
labors of rearing a large family, and still gave proper attention to the
cultural and religious matters. Many old friends followed her body
to the grave. She told that it was a prolific neighborhood; that
she had ten children and that the neighbors, the Rowe family, had fourteen,
while the Kretz family had ten children. They exchanged help so that at
the birth of none of these thirty-four children was a doctor called, nor
any money paid.

Mrs.
Sara (Burkholder) PollingerSarah A. Burkholder,
the daughter of Jacob arid Susan Burkholder, was born in Henry Co., Ohio, Feb. ___, 1863,
and departed this life, Sept. ___ 1933, at the age of 70 years, 6 months
and 20 days. At the age of fourteen she, united with the Reformed
Mennonite church and remained a faithful member until death. In 1890
she was united in marriage to David D. Pollinger, who had two children
by a former marriage. In this marriage one daughter was born. The daughter,
Susie, the two stepchildren Ada DeVeny and Ad- Pollinger whom !he cared
for and loved as her own and her husband' preceded her in death. Also brothers,
Jacob and Joseph Burkholder and two sisters, Miss Susan Burkholder and
Mrs. Elizabeth Mull preceded ,her in death.

She leaves to mourn
her departure one step-grandson, David DeVeny, his wife and three children,
two sisters, Mrs. Catherine Weckesser of Pettisville, O; Mrs. Mary Zimmerman
of Wauseon, O.; three brothers, John Burkholder of Archlbold, Samuel and
Andrew Burkholder of Wauseon, O., nieces and nephews and many other relatives
and friends. Funeral services were conducted at the Mennonite church
by Fred Stu___ of Whitehouse, O., assisted by John; W; Miller and burial
was in the church cemetery.

CARD OF THANKS We wish to
thank our neighbors friends and all, who in anyway assisted us during the
sickness, death and burial of Sarah A. Pollinger. We thank the funeral
directors for tbeir care and the quiet and orderly manner in which they
conducted the funeral and carried out our wishes.Mr. and Mrs. David
DeVeny, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Pittenger, John W. Miller, Josie A. Miller

Mrs.
Sara (Burkholder) PollingerFuneral services
were held Saturday afternoon in the Mennonite church with the Rev. J. W.
Miller officiating for Mrs. Sarah Pollinger, 70, who passed away last Thursday
at the Miller home after being bedfast for one week from complications
arising from kidney trouble; She had been in failing health for
some time and was brought to the Miller home where she was being cared
for by Miss Josie Miller.
Mrs. Pollinger was born in Fulton co., and had lived in Norwich-tp 43 years.Surviving her are
one step grandson, David Deveney; .three great grandchildren; three brothers,
John, Samuel and Andrew Burkholder of Wauseon; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Zimmerman
Wauseon, Mrs. Catherine *Keckesser of Pettisville and a niece Mrs. Harry
Pittenger of Boughtonville. Her only daughter, Susan,
preceded her in death in 1914. Burial was in the Mennonite cemetery in
charge of the Fink funeral directors.

Mrs.
Sara (Burkholder) PollingerDEATH
CLAIMS MRS. POLLINGERNorwich-tp. Woman
Is Sticken In Wlllard.WILLARD, Sept. 14
– Funeral services for Mrs. Sarah Pollinger, 70, of Norwich-tp, who died
here today in the home of an uncle, the Rev. J. W. Miller, will be conducted
Saturday afternoon. One service will be in the Miller residence at two
o'clock, and a second service in the Mennonite Church west of Willard will
follow. The Rev. Miller will officiate at both. Interment In the Mennonite
Cemetery.Mrs. Pollinger had
been in falling health for some time, arid was being cared for in the Miller
home. Surviving are one
grandson, David Deveny; three brothers, John, Samuel, and Andrew *Burkhart,
all of Wauseon; and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Zimmerman of Wauseon and Mrs.
Catherine Weckesser, of Pettlsville. Her husband, David Pollinger, preceded
her in death.

Nelles
Paul SchangThe people of our
vicinity were greatly pained last Friday when the grievous news arrived
that Nelles had passed into another Land, and his cheerful presence would
be with us no more except in memory. Nelles was a very likeable boy;
was loved by all who knew him. His smile was contagious and won him many
friends who were delighted to hear his cheerful voice in song. His going
in the bloom of youth has shocked and saddened the entire community. A
.few days ago while at School he met with a very unusual accident from
which he never recovered. He was taken to the Wauseon Hospital where all
care possible could be given him. His suffering lasted a little over two
weeks and yet each day he met all with a smile. For many days we waited,
hoped and prayed while he battled with the grim messenger of death. Some
days we were encouraged with the reports from his bedside, other days our
hearts were made heavy and sad. Nelles Paul Schang, youngest son of Peter
and Blanche Schang, was born July 31, 1921 on the home farm and died at the
,Wauseon Hospital, February 9; 1934, at the age of 12 years, 6 months and
8 days. He leaves
to mourn: his mother, father, one brother Hubert, and one sister Donna,
and a host of other relatives
and friends. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at the West Franklin
church, conducted by Rev. Ed. Schad of Wauseon, assisted by Rev. Nungester
of Fayette. Burial
was held In the Fayette Cemetery.

I cannot say
and I will not sayThat he is dead-He
is just away.With a cheery smile
and a wave of his hand,He has wandered
into another Land.

Our AppreciationHaving so recently
passed through a period of anxiety and sorrow, we have been brought to
realize the value of true friendship. Hand in hand with every anxious moment
came the love of dear friends demonstrated in so many, many ways. It would
be impossible for us to personally thank all who were so kind and thoughtful
and those who assisted us materially, so we ask you to please accept this
message as our most slncere appreciation. Mr. and Mrs. Peter Schang jr.
and Farmilv.

Sophia
Magdalena Eva(March 1934) Sophia Magdalena
Eva was born at Buffalo, N.Y., on the sixth day of January in the year
of our Lord 1859; being
the eldest child of Frederick Wetzel and his wife Katharine. In infancy
she was brought to the Lord by means of holy baptism. Having reached the
proper age she was instructed and confirmed, here at Archbold, the Wetzel
family having taken up its abode here, and affiliated itself with St. Martin's
Congregation. December 8th, 1874, the deceased entered the holy estate of Matrimony with
George Eva, the family also being affiliated with St. Martin's Congregation.
The Lord blessed this
union with nine children, all of whom survive. The husband and father has
gone before a number of years ago. Afflictions of old age were creeping
up on the deceased for the past few years though
her health had, as a rule, been fair. About sixteen weeks ago she was taken
to the hospital with a broken hip. Her condition having improved sufficiently
she was brought home, but continued to be bedfast. During the course of
last week an ailment of the heart which had caused her some distress before
came upon her with greater force making her condition quite serious. The
end of her sojourn came Monday morning, March 5, at about 4:35. By the
Grace of God in Christ Jesus we trust that her departure was blessed. The
days allotted to the departed were 75 years, 1 month, 29 days. She leaves
two brothers, George and Charles Wetzel; two sisters, Mrs. Anna Frey and
Mrs. Louisa Kriezel; 4 sons, 5 daughters,7 grandchildren.

Card Of Thanks We wish to express
our sincere thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbors for their kindness
and assistance during the illness and death of our Dear Mother. Eva Children.Pvt.
Clarence E. Lauber and Pvt. Clayton O. Buehrer(Sep 1921) SOUND
TAPS FOR ARCHBOLD BOYS KILLED ON LAST DAY OF BIG WAR- Several hundred
people gathered at the N. Y. C. depot in Archbold Thursday afternoon when
train No.23 brought the bodies of Pvt. Clarence E. Lauber and Pvt. Clayton
O. Buehrer. The bodies were received by the men of the local post of the
American Legion and in full military escort taken to the under taking rooms.
The bodies arrived somewhat sooner than expected and some of the arrangements
had to be made hurriedly. The body of Clayton Buehrer arrived at Hoboken,
N. J. several weeks ago while that of Clarence Lauber arrived Sept. 16th. Clayton
Orville Buehrer Sunday afternoon
funeral ceremony was held over the body of Clayton O. Buehrer. At 2:00
the line of march was
formed on main street, led by the West Unity boys band, and followed by
the Chaplain, firing squad, caisson and soldiers in uniform. The procession
went to the Conrad Zeigler residence
where the body was received and with military escort was taken to the Reformed church
where about two thousand people had gathered to do honor to the nation's dead. Rev. E. Steinecker
offered a prayer which was followed with a song by the quartette. Rev.
Steinecker then gave a few very appropriate remarks after which a vocal
solo was rendered. Chaplain H. F. MacLane was introduced and in a very
fitting sermon gave the audience many good thoughts. Following
this the quartette rendered another selection and the cortege proceeded
to the Archbold cemetery. Here the ritual was read, a prayer offered by
the Chaplain and taps sounded. Clayton Orville Buehrer wag born in
Stryker, Ohio, Feb. 10, 1894 where he lived until fourteen years of age
and then came with his mother to Archbold to make his home. On May 27th
1918 he entered the United States military service and the following September
was sent overseas being a, member
of Co. I 356th Infantry. He endured his hardships bravely. As far as known
he went over the top five different times. On Nov. 11th, 1918 at about
seven o'clock he was seriously injured by machine gun fire and died in
a field hospital a short time before the Armistice was signed. He reached
an age of 24 years, 9 months and 1 day.

“How sleep the brave
who sink to rest, By all their country's
wishes blest.”

CARD OF THANKS We desire to express
our sincere thanks and appreciation to those who helped us in the burial
of our dear son and brother. Especially the American Legion, the ones who
sang and for the beautiful flowers. Also to the police force for the excellent
order. Mr. and Mrs. C. Zigler and family.

Clarence
Emons Lauber Friday afternoon
at 2:00 p. m American Legion members received the body of Clarence E Lauber
at the undertaking rooms and escorted it to the Lauber Hill cemetery where
a shor1 service was held which was witnessed by several hundred people.
Rev. Abe Sower's gave a short address and prayer which
was followed by the reading of the ritual by Vice-Commander Hoffmire and
the sounding of taps. Clarence Emons Lauber, third child of Mr. and
Mrs. Christian Lauber was born *.n Archbold Nov. 13th 1892, where he spent
most: of his life. On May 27th, 1918 he entered the military service of
the United States and in September was sent over-seas with the American
Expeditionary Forces. He endured the hardships of the soldier valiantly.
On Nov. 11th .the day of the Armistice, in the last few minutes of action
he was mortally wounded and died on the way to the hospital. He
with four other soldiers was assigned to raid an enemy machine gun nest
They crept within 35 yards of the nest and in the open charge two bullets
pierced his abdomen. Had he lived two more
days he would have been twenty-five years of age. For his valor the government
presented him with a Distinguished Service Cross, the highest honor bestowed
upon an American soldier for extra ordinary service in battle. He was the
only man from this county to receive such an honor. He leaves a father,
three sisters, two brothers and many other relatives and friends.
The American Flag which it sent with the casket was presented to the American
Legion

"Greater love hath
no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." -John:
15:13.

CARD OF THANKS We take this means
of expressing our sincere thanks and appreciation to all who in any way
assisted in the burial of our brother Clarence Lauber. Especially to Rev.
Sowers and the American Legion.The Brothers and
Sisters

John
J. RuppJohn J. Rupp, familiarly
known as "Johnny" Rupp, oldest son of Joseph and Sarah Rupp was born near
Elmira, 0., Dec. 20 1845 and died at his home one and a half miles west
of Spring Hill on Thursday, May 13th 1915 after an illness of about four
and a half years. In 1871 he was united in marriage with Miss Anna Bucher
of near Whitehouse, O. and they at once prepared to carve out a home from
the tract of heavily timbered and which he had purchased the year before.
This they did quite successfully and they and their family for a number
of years enjoyed the pleasures of that commodious and pleasant home. He
is survived by his wife two sons, Mose of Strattford, Can. and John of
Elmira, and five, daughters, Mrs. A. B. Sower, Mrs. Joclyn Upp, Mrs. J.
G. Axley of Harlam, Mont., Mrs. Dr .R. I. Bernath and Mrs. Cora who resides
at home. There are also surviving eleven grand children and one sister,
Mrs. Dave Rashley and three brothers, Mose, Christ, and Joseph. Funeral
services were held from the home and at the Reformed Mennonite church at
Lauber Hill, of which he was
a faithful member. Monday May 17, conducted by Rev. Christian Herr of Osborn.
O. and interti1ent in the cemetery at Lauber Hill.

CARDS of THANKS We desire to thank
our friends, neighbors and all who so generously showed their kindness
and sympathy to us 111 our sad bereavement. The family.

Albert
Henry Weckesser (May 1920) TELLS
HOW HE, DIED AND LOCATES GRAVE Albert Henry Weckesser
Struck By Machine Gun Bullet Died Instantly Mayor Rulhley's
persistent efforts to gain some information regarding the manner of the
death and the place of burial of Corp. Albert Henry Weckesser, son of Mr.
and Mrs. John H. Weckesser of Archbold, have at last brought results. A
letter from *Sargeant G. P. Brannan of 1206 Park avenue, Racine, Wis.,
gives the information that Sergt. Brannan with Corp. Weckesser and eight
men were taking up their position when Weckesser was struck just above
the left eye by a German machine gun bullet and was killed instantly. The
death happened at about 3:00 p. m. on Nov. 10, 1918. The body was buried
in grave 65, section 116, plat 2, ;Argonne American cemetery, Romague-
Sous- Montfaucon, Meuse.

Albert
Henry WeckesserREST HONORED DEAD
IN NATIVE SOILRemains of One Who
Paid Supreme Sacrifice Now Sleeping Eternally(Oct 1921) Thursday
afternoon a large number of people gather at the N.Y.C. depot when train No. 23 brought the
remains of the Albert Henry Weckesser, Members of the American Legion received
the body and escorted it to the undertaking rooms. Sunday afternoon
at 2:00 p.m. the body was received by the Legion members and escorted to
the Lauber Hill church where services were held Rev. Bucher gave the funeral
address in the church and the body was taken to the grave where the ritual
was read by Vice-commander Hoffmire and taps sounded. Albert Henry
Weckesser, son of Mr. and Mrs. John H. Weckesser was born in Franklin Township,
April 24th, 1896, and spent all of his life in this vicinity. On Sept.
19, 1917 he enter the military service being among the first few contingent
of men to leave Fulton county. On .April 1st 1918 he arrived over-seas.
He was a member of the 128th Inf. 32nd division, which was one of the divisions,
that saw some of the hardest battles and much of the fighting throughout
the war. From June 1st 1918 until the time of his death he was at the front.
Albert was a sharpshooter in this division. On Nov. 10th he with eight
other men were assigned a position and *a they went over the top Albert
was instantly killed by a machine gun bullet, which struck him above the
left eye. He reached an age of 22 years, 6 months and 16 days.

CARD OF THANKS We desire to express
our sincere thanks and appreciation to all who in any way assisted in the
burial of our son and brother Albert Weckesser. Especially to Rev. Bucher
and the American Legion. Mr. and Mrs. John Weckesser and family.

Mrs.
Mary (Aschliman) RuppMary Rupp nee AschIiman
was born in Clinton township, Fulton county, Ohio, December 15, 1861. She
died in her home in Archbold, August 5, 1933, at the age of 71 years, 7
months, and 21 days. She was united in
marriage to Seth Rupp, April 3, 1898. To this union 4 children were born,
2 sons and 2 daughters. She was converted in her younger years and
united with the Defenseless- Mennonite Church, of which she was a member
at the time of her death. She was a patient sufferer for nearly three
years and always when asked how she was getting along, the answer was,
"all right." And it seemed such a great blessing to those around her with
the sweet spirit she manifested throughout the years of her affliction.

She leaves to mourn
their loss: a sorrowing husband; two sons, Oliver and Irvin of Archbold;
two daughters, Bertha and Louella at home; two stepsons, Abner of Wauseon,
Ora of Archbold; six grandchildren; one brother, Peter Aschliman of Pettisville,
Ohio; one sister, Mrs. Gideon Ziegler of Cleveland, Ohio,
besides many relatives and friends. Three step children, two grandchildren,
father, mother, four brothers, and four sisters preceded her in death.

With spirit calm
as the summer sea, Moving in sweet
serenity. We are sure there
is no other, In all the world
like you, Our Mother.

Card of Thanks We wish to express
our sincere -thanks to all kind neighbors, friends, and relatives who so
earnestly assisted us during the sickness, death and burial of our mother.
Seth Rupp and Children.

Mrs.
Carrie StevensWringer Catches
Scarf; Widow, 73, Is StrangledOmaha, Neb.-Eighteen
hundred dollars in money was found tied in a sack among the clothing of
-Mrs. Carrie Stevens, seventy-three, widow. She was choked to death here
when her scarf caught in the wringer of a washing machine while doing the
weekly wash of a neighbor's family.

John
Leininger (Dec 1933) John Leininger jr.,
age 87 years last January, passed away in his home east of Archbold early
Sunday morning. He had been an invalid eleven years. His daughter Mrs.
Katie Fankhauser and daughter Gertrude have been in his home during this
time caring for him. The funeral services were held Wednesday
afternoon at 2:00 o'clock, in the Lutheran church in Burlington, conducted by the pastor, Rev.
R. 0. Trautman. Interment in church cemetery, east of Archbold.

Mrs.
Ervin Vonier (Feb 1934)Mrs. Ervin Vonier,
age 49 years, died suddenly in her home west of Wauseon, Saturday morning.
She had been in poor health for several years. Funeral service was held
in the Dunkard church east of Wauseon,
Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Ralph Hatton of Toledo. Burial in
Pettisville cemetery. Leaves husband, sister, nephew, and niece.

Mrs.
Henry Rice (Feb 1934) Mrs. Henry Rice,
80 years of age, died suddenly in her home near Wauseon, Monday afternoon.
She had been failing in health for a number of years. Funeral was held
Thursday afternoon in the Methodist church in Wauseon conducted by Rev.
Roy Vandegriff. Leaves husband, five daughters, son, and grandchildren.

Mrs.
Charles Rice Mrs. Charles Rice,
age 42 years, 3 months and 15 days, passed away in her home in Grelton,
OH., Saturday evening, after an illness of several days of throat disease.
The funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon in the M. E. church. Interment
in cemetery near Grelton. She leaves husband, daughter, three sons, three
sisters, brother, four half-sisters, and three half-brothers

Mrs.
Henry Ziegler(1933) Mrs. Henry Ziegler,
age 50 years, died in the Wauseon hospital, Saturday night, after an illness of 6 weeks. She
underwent an operation for gall stones and since then her recovery had
been doubtful. Funeral services were held at St, John's Reformed church,
Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. T. J. Klaudt, Burial in Archbold cemetery.
She leaves husband, three daughters, son, three grandchildren, three brothers,
two sisters, and aged mother.

Louis
Gustave MoineLouis Gustave Moine,
son of Anthony and Mary (Ketly) Moine was born Aug. 27, 1857, in German
township, Fulton county, Ohio; died Oct. 9, 1933, at the age of 76 years,
2 months, 10 days. He spent his entire life in this community. He was united
in marriage with Louisa Harsch, April 3, 1882. Mr. Moine was a member of
St. Peter's Catholic Church. He leaves to mourn his departure a sorrowing
wife, two daughters, one grandson, and an aged brother, Frank, of Waldron,
Mich. 1

Card of Thanks We wish to sincerely
thank all the kind friends and neighbors, and all who helped *up in any
way during our bereavement. Mrs. L. G. Moine and Marvel, Mr. and
Mrs. Bert L. Grime and Louis.

Mrs.
L. G. Moine (Mary Louisa nee Harsch )(1933) Mrs. L. G. Moine,
age 72, died in her home on N. Defiance street, Wednesday, October 18th, and the funeral
was held at the Catholic church, Saturday. She had been bedfast for months.
She leaves two daughters, Mrs. Bert Grime, and Marvel, two sisters, brother,
and a grandson. Her husband preceded her in death by nine days, passing
away Oct. 9th. Mrs. Moine lived her entire life in German township.

Mary
Louisa Harsch MoineMary Louisa Moine
nee Harsch, daughter of Sebastian and Justine Harsch, was born July 8 1861,
in German township, Fulton county, Ohio. She was baptized in August, 1861
and until her death on Oct. 18, 1933 at the age of 72, remained a faithful
member of St. Peter's Catholic church in Archbold. She spent her
entire life in this community. She became the wife of Louis G. Moine, April
3, 1883. To this union one daughter Anastasia was born, she having died
in infancy.

Besides her many
friends, neighbors and relatives she leaves to mourn her loss two daughters,
one brother two sisters, and one grandson.

Card Of Thanks We wish to give
our sincerest thanks to all the kind friends and neighbors who aided us
so admirably in our sad loss. Marvel Moine, Mr. and Mrs. Bert L. Grime
and Louis

Joseph
Liechty(Feb 1934) Joseph Liechty,
76 years of age, passed away in his home in Tedrow, Thursday morning, following
his last stroke of paralysis, last Tuesday. He had been in poor health
the past five years. The funeral service was held Sunday forenoon in the
Central A.-M., church, conducted by Revs. Eli Frey and Henry Rychener.
Interment in Eckley cemetery. Leaves widow, four daughters, three sons,
37 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren.

Carl
Erbes(Jun 21 1933) Carl Erbes,-son
of Mr. and Mrs. John Erbes, was born in Franklin township, Fulton county,
Ohio. Having been blessed with Christian parents, Carl, soon after his
birth, was brought to his Lord through the Act of Holy *Batpism, thereby
being made an heir of Salvation. In !925, together with ten other
young people, he was received into communicant with the Trinity Lutheran
Church through the act of confirmation. Since that time, Carl had
been a faithful member and endeavored to live a consistently Christian
life. Carl's vocation was in the carpentry line which
he worked at in earnest and industriously. Carl was suddenly taken from
this life through an accident which occurred while on his way home from
work on the evening of June 2!st. Carl reached the age of 24 years,
4 months ,and 5 days.

He leaves to mourn
his departure, besides his bereaved parents: his beloved *fiancee, Miss
Louise Landis; two sisters and one brother, namely, Mrs. Mary Rice of Archbold,
Ohio, Mrs. Pauline Willis of Montpelier and Solomon at home, and also a
large circle of friends who will hold him in fond remembrance.

Card of Thanks We wish to thank
the neighbors and friends who so kindly assisted during the death and burial
of our beloved son and brother, also for the beautiful Floral offerings. Mr. and Mrs. John
Erbes, Miss Louise Landis, Mr. Albert Rice and family, Mr. Loren Willis
and family, Mr. Solomon Erbes.

Mrs.
Samuel Beck(May 1933) Mrs. Samuel Beck,
age 72 years, died in her home near Ridgeville Corners, Monday evening,
after an illness of several weeks. Funeral service will be held Thursday
morning at 10:00 o'clock in the Central A.-M., church, in charge of Rev.
Eli Frey. Burial in Pettisville cemetery. Leaves husband, four sons, three
daughters, 40 grand- children, three great-grandchildren.

Mrs.
Jacob Frey (1933) Mrs. Jacob Frey,
age 64 years, died on Sunday morning, in her home south of Pettisville,
after being in poor health
since November. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at the Central
A.-M. church, conducted by Rev. David Yoder of Elkhart, Ind., and Rev.
Silas Welty of Wakaroosa, Ind. Burial in Pettisville cemetery. She leaves
her husband, five sons, five daughters, and thirty-four grand children.

Mrs.
Isaiah Zaerr, nee Baer(1933) Mrs. Isaiah Zaerr,
age 66 years, 1 month and 9 days, passed away in her home on West street,
Wednesday, July 9th, following a stroke of paralysis, Tuesday morning.
The funeral services were held Saturday forenoon at, the Central A.-M.
church, conducted by Rev. Henry Rychener and Rev. Ed. Frey. Interment in
Pettisville cemetery. She leaves husband and sister, Mrs. Jacob Grieser, and brother, Mr.
Jos. N. Baer. Mrs.
Seth Wyse (1933)Mrs. Seth Wyse,
age 66 years, passed away in her home east of Burlington, Thursday morning, after an illness
of ten days of pneumonia. The funeral services were held Saturday forenoon
at the Central A.-M. church conducted by Revs. S. S. Wyse and S. D. Grieser.
Interment was made in Eckley cemetery. She leaves widower, three sisters
and brother. The relatives coming from a distance were: Mr. and Mrs. David
McFadden, Mr. Earl Klopfenstein, and Mr. Fred Yoder Orville, O. Mr. and
Mrs. Ed. Beivler and Mr. Peter Roth of Bern, Ind.

Mrs.
Voranika Grieser (Nov. 1933) Mrs. Voranika Nofziger
Grieser, age 79 years, died Monday morning in her home northeast of Archbold.
Death was due to heart trouble and ailing health for several months. Funeral
services are conducted on
Wednesday morning at ten o clock in the Central A.-M. church, by Rev. Eli
Frey. Burial in Eckley cemetery. Leaves sister Mrs. Kati Klopfenstein
of Wauseon, five sons, two daughters, 45 grandchildren.

Francis
Bernath(1933) , 13, passes Francis, 13, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. John Bernath died in her home, Saturday, night following
a brief illness of pneumonia. She was sick but a few days, becoming seriously
ill on Saturday evening, and passing away a few hours later. She leaves
her parents, two sisters Lucile and Helen, two brothers
Harold and Marvin. At this writing, funeral services have been arranged
for two o'clock, Tuesday
afternoon, at C. U. church here. Rev. Luke of Edon is the pastor.

Frank
Bernath (1933) Frank Bernath, age
53 years, passed away in St. Vincent's hospital in Toledo, Saturday morning, at 9 o'clock. He
had been in the hospital seven weeks suffering with a complication of diseases. The body was brought
to Archbold, Tuesday morning, and services were held at St. Peter's Catholic church
at ten o'clock, conducted by Rev. Franklin Miller. Interment in church
cemetery. Leaves widow, five daughters, seven sons, nine grandchildren,
father, four sisters, six brothers.

Eli
Rupp (Aug 1931?) Passes
OnEli Rupp, age 72
years, passed away in his home near Pettisville, on Sunday evening, after
an illness of several hours. The funeral service will be held in the home,
Wednesday, at 2 p. m., conducted by Rev; M. N. Amstutz. Interment in Pettisville
cemetery. Leaves widow, two daughters, son, four grandchildren, six sisters,
three brothers.

Cathrine
Kline Camron(Aug 1933) CARD
OF THANKS We wish to express
our sincere thanks to all who assisted and sympathized with us during the
illness and death of Cathrine Kline Camron. Mr. and Mrs. Sam. Burkholder,
Mr. and Mrs. John Camron, Mr. and Mrs. Foster Siegel, Mr. George Camron.

Peter
Schang(1933) Peter Schang,
82, Dies Of Injuries After Auto Crash Aged Farmer Dies
In Hospital Following Collision At Burlington Of Two Automobiles Peter Schang, .82,
received injuries from which he died in an auto collision at the Burlington
corner, Wednesday noon. A Ford car driven by Henry Arps, of Okalona,
was going north on 66, while a Willys- Knight car driven by Mrs. Irta Rumaner,
widow, of Chicago, was going east on U. S. 20 when they came together at
the Hinderer corner. The Ford rolled over and was badly damaged, but the W.-Knight
stood up and with a few slight repairs was able to proceed to New York.
Henry Arps had his head and neck bruised. Mrs. Rumanier was uninjured.
She had just buried her husband in Chicago, Monday, and was on her way
to her folks in New York. When the neighbors had a righted the ford and
looked after the cars, one saw a man laying bleeding by the roadside. They
saw that he needed attention. One or more recognized the injured man as
Peter Schang of Elmira. The old gentleman was badly crushed, with injured
head, broken legs, broken ribs and crushed side. Mr. Schang was taken to
Wauseon in the ambulance where he passed away on Saturday evening, with
members of his family at his bedside. The body was brought to the
home of his son Edward
in Archbold. Funeral was set for Tuesday forenoon at 10:00 at the house
and at the Reformed church at 10:30. Burial in Smith cemetery. Just
how Mr. Schang was injured is still a mystery. He was in the habit of coming
to the Burlington corner for his mail and groceries, and it is supposed
that he was struck by the ford car as it turned over. It seems strange
that two cars should come together just at the time to strike a bystander.
The deceased leaves seven living children, thirty grandchildren and nine
great-grandchildren. He was known for miles around as he had run a threshing
rig in the neighborhood of Elmira for years.

Anna
Weckesser Rupp (1929) Anna Weckesser Rupp,
daughter of Conrad and Elizabeth Weckesser, was born Feb 7,1858, at Hatzbach,
Germany. From early childhood she was much concerned of her spiritual welfare,
and though she was baptized as an infant and later confirmed it afforded
her no comfort, as she was persuaded by scripture testimony that regeneration,
as that would render the baptism was not the direct washing of blood of
Christ of no effect and be a dishonor to God, whom she had learned to love.
In 1880 she came to America in search of those with whom she could unite
for mutual strength and comfort The Lord rewarded her efforts so that in
the following year at Medway, O., she was baptized upon her own confession
of faith. Which to her, was an outward sign of an inward change. On Dec.
17,1882, she was united in marriage with Moses Rupp. To this union were
born eight children. One son Mosie, and one daughter Sarah, having preceded
her to the spirit world. She was a loving dutiful wife and mother, always
willing to sacrifice self for her loved ones. And especially was she concerned
for their souls welfare, her supplications ever arising in their behalf.
She departed this life April 2, at the age of 71 years, 1 month and 26
days.

There remain to mourn
her *depatrure: her husband Moses Rupp of Elmira; three sons, Wm. J., and
Samuel C., of Archbold; Menno S., of Tedrow; three daughters, Mrs. Emma
Ruger of Tedrow, Mrs. Ida Graber of Archbold, and Mrs. Anna Sigg of Elmira;
one brother Henry Weckesser of sterling, Ill.; one sister Mrs. Catherine
Jacobs of Hatzbach, Germany; thirty-three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren
and many other friends and relatives.

Card Of Thanks We wish to sincerely
thank our kind friends and neighbors who so kindly assisted us and extended
sympathy thru this sad time of the death and burial of our beloved wife
and mother. Moses Rupp and Family.

Mrs.
Katie (Weckesser) Plettner, wife of Andrew PlettnerIN MEMORIAM .In loving memory
of our dear Mother and Grandmother, Mrs. Katie Plettner, who passed away
one year ago today, April 11, 1926. The blow was hard the shock severe,
we little thought her death so near. So hard and sudden was the call, Of
you dear Mother, loved by all, Time was too short to say farewell: To those
you knew and loved so well. Our aching hearts will always say The best
we had, has passed away. Her Loving Children and Grandchildren. (Written
by Mrs. Elmer Plettner.)

Oliver
Burkholder Dies From Injury
Suffered In WreckOliver Burkholder
Dies At Hospital-Horses Run Away When Collision Frightens Oliver Burkholder,
16, son of Mr. I and Mrs. A. M. Burkholder, of neal l Wauseon, died at
the Wauseon hospital early Sunday morning from injuries received in an
accident, Saturday evening, at dusk. Oliver
was driving home a team of horses hitched to a hay rack from the farm of
his uncle Sam Burkholder, *abuot two miles distant from the A. M. Burkholder
farm. A. M. Burkholder and sons Harold and Oliver had assisted in filling
silo, and as the work was not finished until dark, were just returning
home. The father and Harold were driving home in the car and passed
Oliver with the team soon after he reached the Toledo-Chicago Pike. About
half way on the mile of concrete between the farms, an auto driven by Arthur
and Ervin Gardhardt, two young men from Delta, came upon the Burkholder
wagon and in attempting to go around the hay rack must have struck the
corner of the rack as the team became frightened and ran away. The
horses started for the ditch and in doing so turned the rack over and pinned
Oliver underneath. Motorists saw the accident and stopped to give aid to
the young man. Oliver was pinned underneath the heavy rack in the ditch, and
his head was struck on the left side by a bolt in the rack, which fractured
his skull. He was immediately
rushed to the Wauseon hospital, but medical aid was of no avail, and Oliver
never regained consiousness. The run-away team broke the front wheels from
the wagon and ran home, *ariving there just as the father and son reached
the barn yard. They immediately returned to the scene of
the accident, only to find the son and brother seriously injured.
Oliver was well-known in Archbold and vicinity and is a grandson of Jacob
Bernath of Elmira.

Oliver is survived
by his parents, two brothers and six sisters. The deceased was a junior
in the Wauseon high school. Funeral services will be held this, Wednesday
morning, at the residence at 9 o'clock and at
10 o'clock at the Reformed Mennonite church at Lauber Hill.

Nelson
Yedica(1933) Nelson Yedica, age
25 years, died Friday morning in the Wauseon hospital. He had undergone an operation for
*apepndicitis a week before, and death was due to gall bladder trouble
and pneumonia. Funeral services were held at the Beulah U. B. church at
Winameg, Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Sullivan, .pastor of the church.
Burial in the Winameg cemetery. An infant son was born to Mrs. Yedica,
Sunday morning, in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Dunbar
near Winameg, but the child lived only a short time, and was buried with
the father. He leaves father and three sisters. A large number of ii people
from this vicinity attended the funeral services.

Mrs.
Chris. Myers (Kate Liechty)(1933) Mrs. Chris. Myers,
age 45 years, passed away in her home near Butler, Ind., Thursday, of heart
trouble. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon in the Lauber Hill church,
north-east of Archbold. Interment in church cemetery. She leaves husband,
three daughters, son, 12 grandchildren, four sisters and three brothers.
She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Leichty, of Tedrow.

Emanuel
Britsch(1930) Emanuel Britsch,
son of Solomon Britsch and Margareth nee Gebedinger, was born in German
Township, Fulton County, Ohio, June 30, 1857. In early infancy he was brought
to the Lord by means of holy baptism. He received a Christian training
and confessed his faith publicly on April 14th, 1872, being confirmed on
that date by Rev. A. Beroset. On April 16, 1885, the deceased was united
in marriage with Mrs. Dorothy Wendt, Pastor Schenk officiating. This union
was blessed with four children, of which one daughter, Emma, passed away
at the age of four months. From the time of their marriage unti11920, Mr.
and Mrs. Britsch lived on their farm near Pettisville, Ohio. Ten years
ago they retired, coming to Archbold, where they have resided ever since.
Mr. Britsch passed away Wednesday forenoon, June 18th, at about 10 o'clock.
Though his departure was sudden, yet it was peaceful. By the Grace of God
in Christ Jesus we trust that it was blessed. The age arrived at was 72
years, 11 months, 13 days.

There are left to
mourn his departure: his beloved wife and three children: Adam, Mrs. Edward
Nofziger, Mrs. Samuel Zimmerman, 10 grandchildren, 1 brother, 2 sisters,
as well as other relatives, also a host of friends. The deceased
was a faithful member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church at Pettisville while
residing there and upon coming to Archbold he became a member of St. Martin's
Lutheran Church. During his whole life he took a keen interest in the welfare
of the Church and the building of the Kingdom of God.

Burial services were
held at the home and in St. Martin's Church, Saturday afternoon. Interment
was made at St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery, Pettisville.

Card Of Thanks
We wish to express our sincere, thanks to our relatives, friends and neighbors,
for the expression of sympathy shown us in our bereavement of our dear
husband and father. Mrs. E. Britsch and Family.

Vina
Viola Waidelich (1929) Vina Viola, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. Jackson Waidelich, was born November 29th, 1899, in Vermilion
County, Ill. Died at the Toledo Hospital, Nov. 1st, 1929, at the
age of 29 years, 11 months and 3 days. About ten years ago she confessed
her faith in Christ and united with the Defenseless Mennonite Church of
Archbold, of which she was a member at the time of her death.

She leaves to mourn
their loss: an aged father and mother, five brothers and three sisters;
besides many relatives and friends. One brother preceded her in death.

"There is a world
aboveWhere parting is
unknown; A whole eternity
of love Form'd for the good
alone: And faith beholds
the dying here Transplanted to
that happier *sphre."

Card Of ThanksThe bereaved family
wish to thank all the neighbors and friends who have so kindly assisted
them during the sickness and death of their beloved daughter and sister.
The Family.

Vina
Waidelich Dies Miss Vina Viola
Waidelich, 29 years old last November, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jackson
Waidelich, of Pettisville, passed away Friday noon, at the Toledo state
hospital where she was taken two weeks ago Monday. She had been ill in
*heatlh the past summer. The body was taken to the parents'
home, Saturday morning. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at
the Defenseless Mennonite church in Archbold, conducted by Rev. E. M. Slagle
and M. N. Amstutz. Interment in Pettisville cemetery. Leaves parents, five
brothers and three sisters.

Edna
Georgia (Leininger) Schultz(1929) Edna Georgia Schultz
was born in Fulton County, Ohio, on Feb. 26, 1903, the daughter and only
child of Geo. J. Leininger and his wife Carrie. On I April 19, 1903, her
parents brought her to Christ through the Sacrament of Holy Baptism, which,
as a washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Ghost, made her a
child of God and an heiress of His eternal heaven. On May 16, 1920, after
having been duly instructed in God's Word and the doctrines of the Lutheran
Church, she was received into membership of the Lutheran Church through
the rite of confirmation. She was united in holy matrimony with *Russell
Schultz, on Mach 27, 1927.

The departed was
ever a dutiful child, loving and highly esteeming her parents, honoring
them, serving them wherever possible, and obeying them with true Christian
humility and simplicity. She was a faithful
and devoted wife, a worthy help-meet of her husband. She was a consecrated
worker in the church, taking a lively interest in all congregational affairs,
using her talent especially as organist of the Leininger Church during
the last 4 or 5 years. She was a congenial friend, well thought of and
highly esteemed by all with whom she came into contact. It was therefore
a great shock to all when her seeming untimely death came last Wednesday
evening, Jan. 9, 1929, she having attained the age of 25 years, 8 months
and 20 days. Those who mourn her departure are her devoted husband, Russell
Schultz, and her beloved parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. J. Leininger, as well as a host
of other relatives and friends. The funeral was held on Sunday afternoon
from the house of the parents and from the Leininger church, the Rev. R.
Trautmann officiating.

Card Of Thanks We
herewith wish to express our heartfelt thanks to all relatives, friends
and neighbors for their kind assistance and help in our great bereavement
and sorrow. We wish to thank also Pastors
Trautmann and Hebestreit for their words of comfort, the Archbold Quartet
for their singing, and the undertaker, Mr. Sdgar, as well as his wife,
for their able assistance. *Russel Schultz,
Mr. and Mrs. Geo. J. Leininger.

Mrs.
Lloyd Schantz (Inez Kleck)Mrs. Lloyd Schantz
was born June 5, 1899 and departed from this world Friday noon; Jan. 18,
1929; reaching the age of 29 years, 7 months and 13 days. On Dec.
16, 1920, the deceased was married to Lloyd Schantz. To this union 3 children
were born: Arthur H., Doris Mae and the infant son Donald K. Arthur H.
died in his infancy, remaining here below only four days. Our departed
sister had been well until a few weeks ago, when the 'flu' made its
in road into their home. For a number of days her life was hanging in the
balance. 'Flu' with other complications setting in, caused her death.
The last week the departed suffered intensely. Our sympathy goes out to
the bereft husband, the motherless children, parents, sisters, brothers
and other relatives. But we greatly rejoice that on Wednesday between four
and five o'clock in the morning she made her peace with God and that Jesus
Christ saved her soul. Praise God for such a merciful Savior!

Those who remain
behind to mourn her loss are: husband, two children, her parents Mr. and
Mrs. Harmon Kleck; one sister, Mrs. Marion Roth; two brothers, Harold and
Wilbur; and relatives, neighbors and friends.

Card Of Thanks. We desire to express
the deep gratitude we feel to all kind neighbors and friends who so nobly
assisted during the sickness and burial of our beloved wife, mother and
daughter. Lloyd Schantz and children, Mr. and Mrs. Harmon Kleck, Mr. and
Mrs. S. C. Schantz.

Susan
(Roth) MyersSusan Myers, daughter
of Chris. and Magdalena Burkholder Roth, was born in Fulton county Ohio,
July 21st, 1847 and departed this life May 21st, 1930, at the age of 82
years and 10 months. She was the fourth daughter of a family of eight children.
On January 27, 1872, she was united in marriage to Andrew Myers. To this
union seven children were born. Permilla Ann and Laura *preceeded her in
death. She united with the Reformed Mennonite Church in 1878 of which she
was a faithful member to the end. And all through the many years that have
*snce past she *continulaly gave testimony that her treasure was not in
earthly things but that her life and treasure was hidden with Christ in
God. She was a loving dutiful wife and mother ever willing to sacrifice self for her loved
ones; ever seeking divine guidance in instructing her children and in conducting
her life and conversation.

She leaves to mourn
her passing: her devoted husband, one sister Mrs. Magdalena Beaverson of
Pettisville, and one brother Chris. Roth of Ridgeville Corners; three sons,
Chris., George and Floyd and two daughters Ellen and Mary; twenty-five
grandchildren; twenty-six great-grandchildren and many other relatives
and friends.

"Oh, how fain would
we have kept herDearest Mother gone
to rest,Yet a loving faith
in Jesus Tells us that He
knoweth best. Your departing,
dearest mother, Brings us sorrow,
grief and pain,But we hope through
Jesus merit That our loss becomes
your gain. May your angel hovering
o'er us Ever guide our wandering
feet, That we meet again
in heaven To enjoy there,
bliss complete."

Card Of Thanks
We wish to sincerely express our thanks to friends and neighbors who so
kindly assisted and extended sympathy through this sad time of bereavement.
The Family

Mrs.
Andrew Myers(Susannah Roth)Mrs. Andrew Myers,
age 82 years and 10 months, passed away in her home in Pettisville, Wednesday
morning May 21st, after an illness of two weeks in bed. The funeral service
was held Friday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock, in the Lauber Hill church, conducted
by Rev. Frey of Wayne county Ohio. Interment in church cemetery. Leaves
husband, two daughters, three sons, twenty-five *grandchildrren, twenty-six
great-grandchildren, sister, brother.

Mrs.
Lydia (nee Freyenberger) Burkholder Mrs. Lydia Burkholder
nee Freyenberger, daughter of Christian and Katie Freyenberger, was born
near Pettisville, Ohio, April 19th, 1869, being one of a family of eight
children. On August 16, 1894, she was united in marriage with D. W. Burkholder.
To this union seven children were born, of whom two daughters and one son
preceded her in death. Those living are Adam C. Burkholder, Mrs. Arthur
Eicher, and Ervin and Ella. She departed this life, November 13th, 1931,
at the age of 62 years, six months and twenty-four days. Funeral was held
at the Central A.-M., church, Sunday afternoon, November 15th, with ceremony
by Edward B. Frey and Samuel Grieser. Interment in the
Eckley cemetery.

Card Of Thanks We wish to
publicly express our deep appreciation to the kind neighbors and friends
who came to our assistance during the last sad hours of the sudden and
unexpected death of our beloved wife and mother. D. W. Burkholder and children

Elva
Kauffman Elva, daughter of
Noah S. and Katie Kauffman, was born near Pettisville, Fulton county. Ohio,
November 24th, 1907. Died May 22nd, 1930, at the age of 22 years, 5 months
and 28 days. Elva was a very
meek and quiet sufferer for nearly five years, of the after results of
an attack of influenza.

She leaves Father
and Mother, one , Sister, and six Brothers: Eva, wife of Jacob Reigsecker,
Orval, Lawrence, Morris, Claire, Kenneth and Hermon. One Grandmother together
with many relatives and friends remain to mourn her early departure. Two
sisters and one brother preceded her in death. Sister Elva confessed Jesus
as her I personal Savior and united with the Amish Mennonite Church when
but 13 years old. Christ was her hope and stay until her last breath.

We shall miss our
darling daughter, She has bid us all
adieu,She has gone to
dwell in heaven, And her form is
lost to view; Oh the dear one,
how we loved her, And how hard to
give her up, But an angel came
down for her, And removed her
from our flock. Dearest Elva now
is resting, In that happy land
above, By and by we're
going to meet her, In that land where
all is love.

Card Of Thanks We
wish to express our heartfelt thanks to the many friends and neighbors
who expressed their sympathy and who in any way assisted us during the
long illness, and death, and lent a helping hand during this, our sad bereavement.
N. S. Kauffman and Family.

Delilah
May KauffmanIn *Memorium Delilah May, daughter
of Noah S. and Katie Kauffman, was born near Pettisville, Fulton County,
Ohio, October 9th, 1910. Died, July 81st, 1924, at the age of 18 years,
9 months and 22 days.

She leaves behind:
Father and Mother; two sisters: Eva and Elva; five brothers: Orval, Lawrence,
Morris, Claire and Kenneth; an aged Grandfather, Samuel Kauffman of Millersburg,
Ind., together with many relatives and friends, to mourn her youthful and
unexpected departure. One sister and one brother *preceeded her in death.

Sister Delilah accepted
Jesus as her personal Savior. She was baptized and received into the Amish
Mennonite church on the 16th day of last January, and in a number of ways
showed herself especially faithful in her short Christian life. The cause
of Delilah's death was Sceptic infection of unknown origin,-of which she
suffered about 5 days, being unconscious from the second day until the
end. In loving memory of our dear daughter who passed away 6 years
ago, on July 81,1924.

"Call not back the
dead departed, Anchored safe where
storms are o'er; On the border land
we left her: Soon to meet and
part no more, When we leave this
world of changes, When we leave this
world of care: We shall find our
missing loved one, In our Father's
mansions fair,"

Edith
Ruth (Kutzli) BuehrerEdith Buehrer went
to a doctor Friday. The doctor sent her to her grandmother's home in his
auto and told her to go to bed. Saturday evening she died of diabetes.
Since her, mothers death she had been caring for the home and younger children
of the family. Edith Ruth Buehrer daughter of Albert and Caroline (Kutzli).Buehrer
died at the home of her grandmother Mrs. John Buehrer Saturday May 18th,
1911: Her age was 16 years, 11 months and 1 day. FuneraI today at St. John's Reformed
Church at 10:00.

Matilda
Miller Roth(1926) Matilda Roth (nee
Miller) daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ambrose Miller, was born July 1, 1858
on the Ocean, while the parents were enroute to this country from Byron,
Germany. She lived with her parents in Ridgeville township until April
13, 1876 when she was united in marriage to Chris. Roth. To this union
were born two children, one child dying in its early infancy. In 1876 she
was united with the Reformed Mennonite Church of which she remained a true
and faithful member up to the time of her death which came not unexpected,
Tuesday morning Jan. 5 at 5 o'clock at her home near Ridgeville Comers
at the age of 67 years, 6,months and 4 days.

She leaves to mourn
her loss. Her husband, her son H. L. Roth of Ridgeville Corners, four grandchildren,
two great-grandchildren, her aged mother 4 sisters, 3 brothers and a host
of relatives and friends. Funeral services were held last Thursday, 2 p.
m., from the. Reformed Mennonite Church. Burial In Lauber Hill Cemetery,
Rev. Wm. Rupp officiating.

Revelation XIV:13
– And I heard a voice
from heaven saying unto me, Write Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth:
Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their
Works do follow them.

One loved by us is
taken, By death from us
away, Who will again awaken At the great judgment
day,Her warfare now
is ended, Her faith has overcome; *Throught grace
that God extended, The victory has
won. She now is sweetly
resting from all her labors
here, While onward we
are hast'nng, To meet out sister
dear.O, let us never
falter, Though dark may
be the way; But ever trust in
Jesus, Who is our hope
and stay. For God has promise
given, His people to defend, And He Will keep
them, even, In safety to the
end. When he will come
in glory, He'll take them
to His home, Where *tehy shall
be forever Assembled ‘round
His throne.

Card OF THANKSWe wish to publicly
express the gratitude we feel to all kind neighbors and friends who assisted
during the the last sickness and rites for our beloved Wife and Mother.
Chris. Roth, Henry Roth and Family.

Addie
Buehrer BeaversonAddie Buehrer Beaverson,
daughter of Jacob and Agnes Buehrer, was born in Henry county, Ohio, July
27, 1876. She was united in marriage to Harvey N. Beaverson on October
26, 1898. To this union, eleven children were born of which Ole N. preceded
his mother in death. In the year of 1908 she united with the Reformed Mennonite
Church to which she remained a faithful member unto the time of her departure.
She departed this life at the Napoleon Hospital, July 12, 1931, at the
age of 54 years, 11 months and 15 days. She is survived by her husband,
10 children, 12 grandchildren, four brothers, four sisters, and many other
relatives and friends. The children are Earl C., Lowell T., Estel
H., Walter B., Carl, Samuel G., Willard, Kenneth, Evelyn, and Rollin.

Card Of Thanks The family wishes,
at this time, to I heartily thank the neighbors and friends for their assistance
and sympathy shown during this bereavement. Harvey Beaverson
and Family.

Eva
(Hostetler) BurkholderEva (Hostetler)
Burkholder, daughter of Elias and Lydia (Shrock) Hostetler, was born near
Emma, LaGrange county, Ind., Feb. 20, 1870; died July 12th, 1931, near
Archbold. Ohio, aged 61 years, 4 months and 22
days. The Immediate cause of her death was quick consumption evidently
brought on by an attack of flu. On Feb. 1st, 1891, she was united
in marriage to Daniel A. Burkholder. To this union were born the following
children: Mrs. Silva Schmucker of Stryker, Ohio; Mrs. Jennie Lugbi1l of
Archbold, Ohio; Mrs. Edna Wyse Pettisvi1le, Ohio; Mrs. Clara Beck of
Wauseon, Ohio, and Edwin at home.

These, together with
her sorrowing husband, her aged Father and step step Mother, eleven grandchildren,
2 sisters, brother, a host of relatives and friends are left to mourn her
departure. One sister, two brothers, four grandchildren, and her
mother, preceded her in death.

She was converted,
and united with the Mennonite church at the age of 15 and remained a faithful
membelr until death. She was of a quiet and unassuming disposition,
a loving companion, a kind mother, and
was loved and respected by all who knew her. During her sickness she never
complained, but bore her suffering patiently and expressed her readiness
to go and be with the Lord.

Oh, how hard to part
with Mother, She who loved with
us to dwellAnd there is on
earth no other,Who can sympathize
so well. But God has called
you home, Where sorrow, sickness,
pain and death shall
never come, But we long again
to meet thee, In the realms of
Paradise.

Bros. Oscar Hostetler
of Topeka, Ind., and Ed. Frey, were in charge of the service. Text 2 Cor.
5:1.

Card Of ThanksWe wish to sincerely
thank all kind relatives and friends who aided us in any way and extended
sympathy during the sickness and burial of our beloved wife and mother.
Dan. A. Burkholder) and Children.

Alma
(Leupp) Rupp Mrs. Alma Rupp nee
Leupp was born in German Township, Fulton County, Ohio, August 19, 1897.
On July 8, she underwent an operation for gall bladder, from which she
passed away at the Napoleon Hospital, July 13. at 9 a. m., at the age of
33 years, 10 months and 24 days. She was united in marriage to Clarence
Rupp, December 24,1915, thus 1iving in holy wedlock for better than 15 years. She
was a kind and loving wife, always looking for the welfare of their home.
When 18 years of age
she accepted Christ as her personal Savior, and united with the Defenseless
Mennonite Church of Archbold, of which she was a member at the time of
her death.

She leaves to mourn
their loss, a sorrowing Husband, Father, Mother, 2 Sisters, 1 Brother, besides many relatives
and friends. One brother preceded her in death.

Card Of ThanksThe bereaved family
wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to all the neighbors and friends
who have so kindly assisted them during the death and burial of their loved
one. Clarence Rupp, John Leupp and family.

Clarence
Rupp Clarence, son of
Seth and Mary, (Ramseyer) Rupp, was born in Clinton township, Fulton county,
Ohio, November 12, 1894; died at the Wauseon Hospital, July 10, 1933; age
3 years, 7 months and 28 days. Several weeks previous to his death he met
with an auto accident from which he suffered bruises on his head and for
a time seemed to be getting along all right. But one week before his death
he suffered pain in his head and on July 8 he was taken to the Wauseon
Hospital where all was done for him that medical skill could do undergoing
an operation, where it was found that blood had gathered on his brain.
But soon after the operation he went to be with his Lord. The doctor said
it was an after-affect of his auto accident. He was united in marriage
to Miss Alma Leupp of Henry county, December 24, 1915. She preceded him
in death July 13, 1931. He was again united in marriage to Miss Evelyn
Terry, June 25, 1933, living together but two short weeks before his death.
In 1914 he accepted Christ as his Savior and united with the Defenseless
Mennonite Church of Archbold of which he was a member at the time of his
death.

He leaves to mourn
their loss: a sorrowing bride of only two weeks; father, step-mother, four
brothers, two sisters besides many relatives and friends. His mother and
two sisters preceded him in death.

O, breathe not his
name: let it sleep in the shade, Where cold and unhonored
his relics are laid; Sad, silent, and
dark be the tears that we shed,As the night dew
that falls on the grave o'er his head. But the night dew
that falls, though in silence it weeps, Shall brighten with
verdure the grave where he sleeps;And the tear that
we shed, though in secret it rolls, Shall long keep
his memory green in our souls.

Card of ThanksWe desire to publicly
express the deep gratitude We feel to all friends and neighbors who so kindly assisted
during the sickness, death and burial Clarence Rupp. Mrs. Evelyn Rupp,
Seth Rupp and Family.

John
SowersJohn Sowers, one
of the prominent farmers of German Township, died suddenly last Friday
morning, At his home, of heart failure; Mrs. Sowers died a year ago last
November, and a daughter, Ida, last June. Mr. Sower was 74 years old and
was supposed to be in usual health. Last Friday morning
he attended to his usual chores, came in and ate breakfast and then went
out again, and later was found in the yard dead. Heart failure is supposed
to have been the cause of his death. Five sons and .one daughter survive
him. The funeral was held Monday morning at 11o'clock at the Mennonite
church, conducted by Rev. John Miller, of Huron county.

William
W. Beaverson(1925) W. W. BEAVERSON
DIES IN WAUSEON HOSPITAL Struck by T. &
I., Car at Schantz Crossing East of Archbold ---Lived Several HoursWm. W. Beaverson,
age 45 years last October, was struck in his Ford Sedan by an east-bound T. & I., car
at the Schantz crossing, 1 mile east of Archbold, at 4 p. m., Monday afternoon.
He was returning from Wauseon to his home south-east of Archbold, and did
not seem to notice or hear the whistle of the
car. After being struck he got out of the sedan and walked a few steps.
He was immediately taken in the Interurban car to the Wauseon hospital
where it was found he suffered two crushed ribs
and a broken collar bone caused by the steering wheel. He passed away between 8 and 9
, o'clock. The machine was badly smashed. The funeral services will beheld
at his home 5 1-2 miles
south-east of Archbold, Thursday at 12:30 p. m., and 1:30 p. m., Standard
Time at the Lauber Hill church. Burial in church cemetery. He leaves widow,
two daughters, five sons, mother and three brothers.

Jacob
J. Ruger Jacob J. Ruger,
eldest son of Zackariah and Elizabeth Ruger, was born in Fulton county,
Ohio, on May 27th, 1857. Departed this life on July 11th, 1930, at his
home near Pettisville, Ohio, at the age of 73 years,
11 month and 15 days. In 1877 he was united in marriage to Margaret
Anna Ritter. To this union were born 10 children, of whom 5 children: 3
sons and 2 daughters preceded him in infancy to the Great Beyond.

Card Of ThanksWe wish to extend
our heartfelt thanks to all who so kindly assisted us during the death
and burial of our loved one,
also for the floral offerings. The Family.

Evelyn
Rupp CHILD'S SKULL CRUSHED
BY FATHER’S WAGONLittle Evelyn Rupp
Loses Life Under Wheel of Heavy Farm WagonEvelyn, 3, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob W. Rupp, died at about noon Saturday from injuries
received when she was run over by a wagon. While her father was loading
hogs into the wagon her mother kept
the children in *he house. When he drove up *he lane toward town with the
load the children were
permitted to go into the yard to play. When the father neared the road
with the wagon he felt, that he had *drven over *somehting and in looking
back he saw his little daughter lying on the ground. The child's skull
had been crushed. It is thought that the little girl ran after the wagon
and perhaps took hold of the rear wagon wheel and was thrown beneath. The
little girl had often accompanied her father to town and to the fields
and it is thought she wished to go with her father to town on the wagon.
The accident happened about nine o'clock and the child lived until about
noon.

Funeral was held
Monday afternoon at the house at 2 ;00 p.m. The ceremony was by Mr. B.Bucher of *Whtehouse.
Burial in the Archbold cemetery.

EVELYN
RUPP Evelyn Rupp, daughter
and Mrs. Jacob W. Rupp born Oct. 5th, 1916 and departed this life on Sept.
20th at the age of 2 yrs, 11 months and 15 days. She leaves to mourn her
early departure mother and father, 1 sister, 1 brother and many relatives
and friends.

Our dear little daughter
and sister, You've gone to your rest To dwell with the
angels, And by Jesus be blest. Your voice which
so often Has hade us rejoice, Will be .mingled
with loved In a much sweeter voice. Your place will
be vacant Our hearts will be sad, But to know you're
with Jesus Will again make us glad Oh! Evelyn our dear
child, If you could only come from the skies And
tell us one half of your paradise.

Card Of ThanksWe are thankful
for the kindness and sympathy shown and also to all who in anyway assisted
us during our sad bereavement, the loss of our little daughter and sister
Evelyn and, also to thosewho sent beautiful
flowers. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob
W. Rupp and Children.

Rienhart
A. Lieska; Jessie Lieska; Lois Ann Lieska, Donald
Tompkins, Gordon Tompkins, Howard Tompkins,SIX
BURNED TO DEATH IN AUTO CRASH (April 4,1932)Victims, on Way
to Toledo, Run Into Rear of Parked TruckSix victims of a
tragic accident Saturday night on Central avenue, 17 miles west of Toledo,
which wiped out one family and half of another, were to be buried together
today In Raker cemetery near Delta, OH. The six were killed when
their small sedan crashed into the rear of a huge truck. The impact of
the crash threw flaming gasoline from the tank at the front of the car
over the occupants, burning all but one of them beyond recognition arid
baffling the efforts or rescuers. The dead are: Rienhart A. Lieska,
26, farmer living near Lyons, 0.; Jessie Lieska, 23, his wife.; Lois Ann
Lieska, 3, their only child; Donald Tompkins, 17, Delta, brother of Mrs.
Lieska.; Gordon Tompkins, 19, a brother.; Howard Tompkins, 21, a brother.

Drove for Ditch. Rienhart Lieska
was at the wheel of the car. The truck, laden with 100 hogs and other livestock,
was parked with a flat tire on the road near the gas station of Justin
Bartlett about two miles west of Caragher, OH. Lieska apparently
had attempted to pass the truck, but seeing his way blocked by an approaching
car, had headed for the ditch. Instead he jammed the rear of the truck,
virtually demolishing his own car and enveloping it and the rear of the
truck in flames. Mr. Bartlett and the drivers of the truck, John Drabeck,
23; of Holland, 0., and Ray Niggemyer, Sylvania, leaped to extinguish the
flames. Failing that, they managed to throw a rope around the body of one
of the boys and drag him from the flames. Two other bodies were similarly
recovered before the flames abated, The driver of the car, to avoid which
Lieska had crashed into the truck, was Maynard Hartel, who lives a mile
from the scene of the accident. He stopped at once and aided rescuers.
Tho he had been a friend and neighbor of all the victims, he failed to
recognize the bodies. Identification was finally established by George
Lleska, Lyons, a brother of Reinhart.

Severely Burned.The accident occurred
about 8 p. m. Saturday as the six were enroute to a birthday party at the
home of Llewlyn McCurdy, 820 Turner avenue. They were to have gone first
to the home of a sister of the Tompkins boys and Mrs. Lleska, Mrs. George
Chamberlain, 834 Turner avenue, and thence to the party.
Donald had intended to entertain at the party with his harmonica and Howard
with his guitar. The bodies were taken to the Newill-Planson mortuary at
Delta. All except that of Donald were burned beyond recognition. Coroner
Charles Bennett of Wood county returned a verdict of accidental death.

Truck Catches Fire. The truck, which
caught fire but which was saved from serious damage, belongs to John Domico,
Silica stock man, known thruout the countryside as "Chicken John." Surviving
the victims are Mr. and Mrs. Fred Tompkins, Delta, parents of the three
youths and Mrs. Lieska; Mrs. Floyd Murry, 1525 Roosevelt avenue, Toledo;
Mrs. Chamberlain and Treva Tompkins, 10, sisters. Mr. Lieska is survived
by two brothers, George, 21, who lived with him, and Ernest, 25, of 3516
Detroit avenue, Toledo, and his father, William, Toledo. Services for the
six were to be at 2 p. m, today in Delta Church of Christ.

Six
Who Died in Blazing Auto(APRIL 4, 1932)The wreckage of
the auto in which six persons Burned to death Saturday night on Central
avenue17 miles west of
Toledo and the six victims are shown. Left to right are Rienhart
A. Lieska, Jessie Lieska, his wife; Lois Ann, their only child; Donald,
Gordon and Howard Tompkins, Brothers of Mrs. Lieska.

JOHN
N BUEHRERJohn N. Buehrer,
son of Michael and Anna Buehrer, was born June 4, 1858, in the Opfertshofen,
Canton.Schaffhausen, Switzerland, and passed away at his home in Archbold,
Ohio, June 25, 1951, at the age of 93 years and 21 days. He
was baptized in infancy and confirmed in the Reformed Church near Archbold
in his youth, .of which he was an active member till his death. He immigrated to
this country, with his parents at the age of 13 years and with them soon
resided on a farm in Ridgeville Township where he spent his active life
until he retired in 1925 when he moved to Archbold. He married Anna Buehrer,
Jan. 15, 1885. To their union was born, six children: Walter Buehrer, Green
Bay, Wis., Mrs. Adam Schlatter; Rev. Emil Buehrer, Green Bay, Wis.; Mr.
Samuel Buehrer, Mrs. Lydia Bock and Mrs. Henry Ziegler of Archbold. His
wife preceded him in death in 1937. He is survived by his six children,
13 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. The funeral services
were held in the Ev. and Reformed Church, Thursday at 2 p.m., June 28,
1951, Rev. N. B. Wierwill, pastor, officiating. He .was laid to rest in
the Archbold cemetery.

Card of ThanksWith grateful hearts
we wish to thank all our neighbors, friends, and relatives for their many
acts of kindness and assistance during our recent bereavement. The John
N. Buehrer Family.

Hans
George Britsch Hans George Britsch
was born in Buettenhart, Switzerland, January 26, 1854, and at the age
of eleven years came with his parents in 1865 on an old sailing vessel
to America. During that storm-tossed experience of forty-nine days at sea
his father died of Cholera and was buried in the deep. He and his mother
settled near Lauber Hill with members of the family who had preceded them
in the voyage to this country. He will be remembered by the older
residents of Archbold as a builder of many
of the sturdy timber *sturctures and several fine homes of Fulton County.
He was always active in the civic affairs of this community and served
in office as township treasurer, township trustee, member of the Board
of Education; Member of the Council, and Mayor of Archbold. In 1920
he moved to Lucas County where he lived for several years on a farm with
his daughter, Mrs. Robert Huebscher, and later moving to Toledo with her
when the farm was sold. In 1879 he was married to Anna Kutzli, to
which union were born six children: Mrs. W. G. Theobald, A. G. Britsch, Walter
Britsch, Mrs. Ben. A. Buehrer, Mrs. Robert Huebscher, and Carl C. Britsch.
His wife Anna passed to her reward after the birth of her last son in 1889.
He was united in wedlock to Emma Schlatter and to this union were born
two children, Mrs. Albert Rupp and Oscar E. Britsch. Emma passed
away March 26, 1918. Hans George Britsch finished a full, active
lifeat the age of 88
years, 5 months and 26 days, June 21,1942 at Detwiler Hospital, Wauseon,
Ohio.

Card of ThanksThe children of
H. G. Britsch wish to express their heartfelt gratitude for the many beautiful
sympathies extended in floral tributes and for the kind and helpful services
of friends and neighbors.

Virgil
Lee Burkholder,Youth Is Killed
As Car Strikes Stalled TruckVictim On Way Home
From Work Camp For ObjectorsFrom The Blade CorrespondentNAPOLEON, O., Nov.
21—A 19 year old West Unity-youth was killed early yesterday when his car
struck the rear of a stalled truck at the eastern city limits on U:S. Rt,.
6. Virgil Lee Burkholder, .son of Mr. and Mrs. Levi Burkholder, RD
2; West Unity, suffered head and internal injuries. The victim, a
conscientious objector, was home on leave from a work camp at Macedonia
where he was working in a hospital. He had been to Bowling Green and was
returning home. Napoleon police said the truck stalled and had been
pulled off to the side, but not quite off the highway. The driver, William
Hulet, Chicago had gone for assistance. The truck is owned by the Midwest
Transfer Co., Chicago.

Also surviving the
youth are brothers, Ernest and Dale, both West Unity, and grandparents
Levi Klopfenstein, West Unity, and Mr. and Mrs. Moses Burkholder, Los Angeles.
Services will be held Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. in the Lockport Mennonite
Church near West Unity. The body is in the Hollingshead Mortuary, West
Unity.

MYRON
M. SCHMUCKER(1977) Myron McKinley Schmucker,
son of Amos and Amanda (Wyse) Schmucker, was born November 26, 1897, and
departed from this life unexpectedly on August 21 from a coronary attack
at his home in Stryker, Ohio, at the age of 79 years, eight months, and
26 days. On December 4, 1919, he was married to Herma (Short), who
preceded him in death in 1960. Their union was blessed with eight children.
Surviving are two sons, Maurice of Archbold and Walter of Goshen, Ind.;
six daughters, Virgie (Mrs. Mahler Wyse). Nellie (Mrs. Warren Wyse), both
of Stryker; Bessie (Mrs. Leonard King) of Wauseon; Mary (Mrs. Vincent Beck)
of Archbold, Anna Rose (Mrs. Ruben Fuentes) of Aibonito, Puerto Rico, and
Carol Jean (Mrs. Virgil Eddy) of Barnesville, Ohio; 27 grandchildren and
27 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three brothers, Alfred,
of Phoenix, Arizona, Harvey of Toledo, Ohio, and Floyd of Callendor, Qntario,
Canada, and four sisters, Mrs. Arminda (Jen) Stuckey and Mrs. Emma Roth,
both of West Unity, Ohio, Mrs. Pearl Aschliman and Mrs. Mary Short, both
of Archbold, Ohio. On March 27, 1964, Myron was united in marriage with
Katharine Rupp, who also survives. She provided him with faithful, loving
companionship during the past 13 ½ years. Early in life he
accepted Christ as his personal Savior and was a faithful member of the
Lockport Mennonite Church. He was a lifetime resident of the Stryker-Archbold
community, where he was engaged in farming until his retirement.
A few years ago he suffered a light stroke from which he partially recovered.
He enjoyed the fellowship of many friends and relatives who visited him
in his semi-confinement years. Although he became physically handicapped
he remained mentally alert as he enjoyed his life-time hobby of reading,
from which he often shared little interesting anecdotes. He was deeply
concerned for the welfare of his family. He will be greatly missed, but
we rejoice in the assurance of his eternal life through Christ. Funeral
services were conducted by Grisier Funeral Home at Lockport Mennonite Church
on August 24, with Revs. Keith Leinbach, Walter Stuckey, Jason Hollopeter
officiating. Interment in Lockport cemetery.

IVAN
E.BECKIvan E. Beck, son
of Earl and Clara Beck, was October 27, 1930, and departed from this life
at the Detwiler Hospital,
Wauseon, Ohio. Dec. 15, 1952; at the age of 22 years, 1 month and 19 days. Death came,
as a result of an automobile-truck collision near his home, even though lingering for some
days in an unconscious state, his passing was. a distinct shock to the
community. About a year ago he confessed Christ as his personal Savior
and was received by baptism into
the West Clinton Mennonite Church where he remained active until death.

Remaining to mourn
their tragic loss are his parents, three brothers, Delmar, Marlin and Roger, all at home; two
sisters, Donna (Mrs. Omar Sutter), Sarasota, Florida, at present residing
in Michigan, and Evelyn, also at home, with her patents. Also left are
his paternal grandfather, Henry Beck, of Archbold,
and a very close lady friend whose love and affection he had won, together
with a large number of other friends and relatives

Although so sadly
missed by loved ones, -yet his passing has served to remind all who knew
him that our future rests with God and how essential it is that we make
our peace with Him before He calls.

I am home in Heaven
dear ones, Oh, so happy and
so bright,There is perfect
joy and beauty In this everlasting
light. All the pain and
grief are over, Every restless tossing
passed. I am now at peace
forever, Safely home in Heaven
at last. You must not grieve
so sorely For I love you dearly
still, Try to look beyond
earth’s shadows. Pray to trust the
Father's will. When your work is
all completed He will gently call
you home; Oh! the rapture
of that meeting, Oh! the joy to see
you come!

Card Of ThanksWe wish to express
our heartfelt thanks to all those who remembered us with prayers, cards,
flowers and gifts, and the many kind expressions of sympathy and assistance
shown us in our bereavement in the loss of our loved one. We wish a1so
to thank the hospital staff. May God richly bless each
one. The Family of Earl I. Beck.

Howard
Grieser Howard Grieser,
67, of R.R. No.4, Wauseon, died Thursday afternoon at the Fulton County
Health Center following a long illness A life long resident of Fulton County,
he was the owner and operator of the Grieser Airport near Wauseon.

Survived by his wife,
Lavina; sons, James and Richard both of Wauseon; daughters, Mrs. Letty
Mason of Sylvania and Miss Jane Grieser of' Wauseon; brothers, William
and Walter, both of Wauseon; sister, Mrs. Delia Roth of Archbold; and seven
grandchildren.

Ada
L Grieser Ada L. Grieser,
49, 307 Buckeye St., Archbold, died Saturday at Fairlawn Haven nursing
home in Archbold where
she had resided the past five weeks. She had been in failing health one
and one-half years. Born near Archbold, she lived her entire
lifetime in this community.

Services were held
Monday, Feb. 7 at 2 p.m., in Zion Mennonite Church conducted by Rev. Ellis
Croyle and Rev. P. J. Frey. Burial in the Pettisville Cemetery. Short Funeral
Home was in charge of arrangements.

Ervin
N, MillerErvin N. Miller
65 Of Route No, 2 Archbold; was *prounounced dead on arrival at the Fulton
County Health Center in Wauseon Monday evening where he was taken by the
Archbold Rescue Squad after suffering an apparent heart attack in his home.
He was born near Arthur, Illinois, living in the Archbold area most of
his lifetime. He was employed at Rich Tractor Sales in Archbold for over
30 years, working part time since his retirement in 1973. He was a charter
member of the Inlet Mennonite Church near Wauseon.

He is survived by
his wife, Vivian; two sons, Ervin I. Miller of Archbold and Marvin J. Miller
of Defiance; six grandchildren; one brother, Elvan Miller of Wauseon and
one sister , Mrs. Levi (Laura) Rupp of Wauseon.

Services will be
held on Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Central Mennonite Church with Rev .Dale
Wyse and Rev. Charles Gautsche officiating. Interment will be in the Lockport
Cemetery. Short Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

ERVIN
N. MILLERErvin N. Miller
was born near Arthur, Illinois on August 9, 1911, to Isaac and Emma (Helmuth)
Miller. He passed away very suddenly at his home near Archbold, Ohio over
65 years later on January 17, 1977.When he was a young
child he came with his parents to the Archbold Community and had lived
here ever since. When Ervin was about 3 years old his father was killed
when he was struck by a train, and Ervin learned to assume responsibilities
that would have normally been beyond his years. Dependability became a
characteristic of his life that was much appreciated by his family and
friends. He worked for Rich Tractor Sales as a mechanic for over 30 years.
On February 27, 1934, Ervin was married to Vivian Eash. Their home was
blessed with two sons, Ervin I. of Archbold, Ohio and Marvin J. of Defiance,
Ohio and six grandchildren. Also surviving are one sister, Laura, (Mrs.
Levi W. Rupp), and one brother, Elvan, both of Wauseon, Ohio. He was preceded
in death by his parents and one infant brother.

Why should I feel
discouraged,Why should the shadows
come,Why should my heart
be lonelyand long for heaven
and home,When Jesus is my
portion myconstant friend
is He?His eye is on the
sparrow and Iknow He watches
me.

Card of ThanksEvery expression
of love and sympathy shown to us during these days since our deep loss
was appreciated so very much. May God bless each of you. The Family
of Ervin N. MillerHarvey
B. Frey Harvey B. Frey,
75, of Pettisville, died Monday morning at Detwiler Manor in Wauseon where
he had resided the past six months. He was born near Pettisville, living
his entire lifetime in the general area. He retired from farming in 1956
and then worked at Archbold Ladder Co. for ten years, retiring in 1966.
He was a member of the West Clinton Mennonite Church near Pettisville.

He is survived by
six sons, James and Merle, both of Wauseon, Vincent of New Carlisle, Carl
of Pettisville, Ronald
of Phoenix, Arizona, and Edward Waidelich of Archbold; 20 grandchildren; three great grandchildren;
two brothers, Ed B. Frey and Ora Frey, both of Pettisville; and two sisters,
Mrs. Sylvan (Pearl) Rupp of Archbold and Mrs. Charles (Bessie) Miller of
Wauseon.

Services will be
held on Thursday at 10:30 at West Clinton Mennonite Church with Rev. Edward
Diener and Rev. Walter Stuckey officiating. Interment will be in the Pettisville
Cemetery. Friends may call at Short Funeral Home in Archbold. The
family requests that memorials be given to the Mennonite Board of Missions.

ELLEN
NOFZIGER RICHEllen Nofziger Rich
was born January 4, 1888, at Stuttgart, Arkansas, and entered her Eternal Rest February 11,
1956, in her home on Stryker Street, Archbold, Ohio. Her sudden passing
was the result of a heart attack. On March 21, 1906, she was united
in marriage to John Rich who preceded her in death on March 24, 1951. To
them were born three children: Clarence and Lester of Archbold
and Olive of Goshen, Indiana.

She was a daughter
of Jonathan and Jacobena Augsburger Nofziger. Her mother passed away in
1924 and her father in 1950. Her brothers and sisters are: Ida (Mrs. John
Wyse), and Jennie, living in Archbold; Harvey, residing near Wauseon; and
Simon, living in Stuttgart, Arkansas. She has been a Christian since
her youth, a loyal supporter of 'her church and a regular church attendant.
Her devoted living has made immeasurable contributions to her family, the
church and the community. Her transition into Life, in the most complete
sense, leaves her three children and six grandchildren to continue their
labors for The Kingdom.

Memorial services
were held on February 14, 1956, at the Central Mennonite Church near Archbold,
Ohio, with Rev. Dan Sommers as the officiating minister. Interment in the
Pettisville Cemetery.

Card Of ThanksWe wish to express
our thanks for all, assistance and expressions of sympathy extended to
us during our bereavement. The Rich family and Jennie Nofziger.

DANIEL
H. SHORTDaniel H., son of
Henry and Anna (Yoder) Short was born near Archbold, Ohio, September 23,
1888 and suddenly passed away on July 13, 1955, at the age of 66 years,
9 months and 20 days. On Feb. 6, 1912 he was united in marriage to Anna
Kutzli. This home was blessed with 5 children.

As a young man, he
accepted Christ as his personal Saviour. He was a quiet and unassuming
member of the Central Mennonite Church. We humbly submit to God's will,
knowing that Father will be missed in the home as a kind and loving father,
one who showed much concern for his family.

“Although the curtain
falls at last Is that a cause
to grieve? The future's fairer
than the past, If only we believe, And trust in God's
eternal care So when the Master
calls, Let's say that life
is still more fair Although the curtain
falls.”

Card of ThanksThe family wishes-to
express their appreciation to their many friends for all the acts of kindness
and expressions of sympathy during their bereavement.

ELIZABETH
(SHORT) RUFENACHTElizabeth Short
Rufenacht was born near Archbold, Ohio, August 20, I870. She was one of hirteen children
born to Joseph P. and Catherine Schmucker Short. All of her life was lived
in the communities surrounding Archbold and Stryker where she became well
known and by her life endeared herself to many. On December 1, 1892,
she was united in marriage to Jonas Rufenacht who passed to his reward
in the-year 1940. This home was blessed with one son, J. Elton, of
Stryker, and one daughter, Lillian (Mrs. Seth Short}, of West Unity, Ohio.
Although ill for a period of six months which
caused much discomfort and necessitated much care, she displayed true Christian
patience until the time of her passing at her daughter's home at the age
of 85 years, 10 months, arid
15 days.

Two brothers and
five sisters preceded her m death besides her husband, which leaves to
mourn her passing, both son and daughter together with two brothers, Amandus,
of Stryker, and Simon, of Toledo, Ohio;
three sisters: Josephine (Mrs. Enos Short, Stryker), Malinda (Mrs. Ora
Saunders, Wauseon, Ohio), Ann (Mrs. Anton Grueneis, Archbold, Ohio), in
addition :to four grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

Life meant much to
her since in early youth she accepted Christ as her Savior, and having
united with the Mennonite Church, remained true and faithful until her
departure from life. The effects of her teaching and life will long
be remembered by her family and all who knew her. Her faithfulness and
diligence in upholding her convictions and Christian standards is a challenge
to others long to be cherished and great is her reward.

“A precious friend
has mother been She stood by us
all the way, ‘No sacrifice :has
been so great; Such love one can't
repay. Yes, she's gone
and now is waiting In the cloudless
realms of day And she's calling
us to follow Where her steps
have led the way.”

Card Of ThanksTo our neighbors
and friends, we want to extend our thanks for your assistance and expressions
of sympathy during the death and burial of Mother. Mi: and Mrs. J. Elton
Rufenacht, Mr. and Mrs. Seth J. Short and Family.

Lizzie
Short RufenachtLizzie, daughter
of Christian and Jacobena Short, was born near Archbold, Ohio, Dec. 5,
1880, died March 25, 1943,
aged 62 years, 3 months, 20 days. Nov. 30, 1899, she was united in marriage
to Amos Rufenacht. This union was blessed with 4 children (Glen, Jesse,
Mary, and Ruth). In her younger years she accepted Christ as her personal
Savior, united with the Mennonite church, and remained a faithful member
until death, always faithful in church attendance while health permitted.
Her death came after a lingering illness of over a year's duration. There
remain to mourn her departure, husband, 2 sons, 1 daughter, 13 grand-children,
and 1 brother (Albert), all of Archbold, Ohio, and a host of relatives
and friends. One daughter and ten brothers *preceeded her in death. She
will always be remembered as a kind and loving wife and mother, and will
be greatly missed by the family and friends. Funeral services were held
at the Central Mennonite church on Sunday, March 28, in charge of E. B.
Frey and P. L. Frey. Text Phil. 1:21. Interment in Pettisville cemetery.

"No one heard the
footsteps Of the angel drawing
near, Who took from earth
to Heaven The one we loved
so dear. Into heaven's mansions
she entered, Never to sigh or
weep. After years with
life's struggles Mother has fallen
asleep."

Card Of ThanksWe wish to express
our sincere thanks and appreciation to -a1I neighbors, friends, and relatives for sympathy and
help given during the sickness, death, and burial of our beloved wife and
mother. The family.

JACOB
C. MILLERJacob C. Miller,
son of Christian P. and Cathrine Aeschliman Miller, was born, Ju1y 14,
1875, and passed away Dec. 24. 1954. At 17 ½ years of age he was
born again and made a new creature in Christ Jesus
and united with the Evangelic Mennonite church of Archbold. A few years
after conversion he dedicated his life to God. He had a constant burden
for the lost and a desire to serve as a missionary
to Africa. However the church at that time had no organized foreign missionary
program and his ambition was never realized. The church, elected him to
the officeof Sunday School
Superintendent in which he served for 12 years, then for 36 years he served as Teacher.
In 1905 he was married to Cora Seiler, who passed away in 1936.

He leaves to mourn
his departure, five sons, two daughters, 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren
and one sister.

My testimony
–Amazing grace, how
sweet the soundIt saved a wretch
like me. I was once was lost,
but now am found, Was blind, but now
I see. Twas grace that
taught my heart to fear And grace my fears
relieved, How precious did
God’s grace appear The hour I first
believed. Through many dangers,
toils and snares I have already come, His grace has brought
me safe thus far And grace will lead
me home. The Lord has promised
good to me, His Word my hope
secure His will my shield
and portion be As long as life
endures. When I've been there
ten thousand years, Bright shining as
the sun, I’ve no less days
to sing God’s praiseThan when I first
begun. Hallelujah what
a Saviour, Hallelujah what
a Friend!

Card of ThanksOur sincerest appreciations
goes out to all the kind neighbors, friends, and relatives who helpe lighten
the burden of sorrow that came in the loss of our father, Jacob C. Miller.
The Family.

EMMA
MAGDALENA (Gautsche) WYSEEmma Magdalena (Gautsche)
Wyse, daughter of Benjamin and Mary Gautsche, was born April 12, 1870 near
Middletown, O. Departed this life at the Memorial Hospital, Wauseon, O.,
July 12, 1955, at the age of 85 years and 3 months. At the age of 18 years
she came with her parents and settled on a farm near Archbold, O., in which
community she resided until her death. On March 29. 1894 she was
united in marriage with :Daniel S. Wyse. They shared life with its joys
and sorrows over 61 years. This union was blessed with six children: Fannie
(Mrs. Noah Frey) of Pettisville, O., Mary (Mrs. Cletus Short); Ira, both
of Wauseon; Walter of Archbold; Wilma (Mrs. Henry Beck); Alice (Mrs. Walter
Richer), both of Wauseon.

She leaves to mourn
departure: her sorrowing companion; 6 children; 24 grandchildren; 17 great
grandchildren; one sister, Minnie (Mrs. Sam Rupp) of Archbold, besides
a host of relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by 1 grandchild;
1 great-grandchild, 5 sisters arid 4 brothers.

Grandmother always
enjoyed good health, and was able to be about her few household duties
until June 29th when she had the misfortune of fracturing her hip an complications
developed which caused her death. In youth she accepted Christ as her Sayiour,
and united with the Central Mennonite Church remaining faithful until death.
The last 15 years she became hard of hearing, and spent much tine in reading
her Bible. She will be missed in the home where Grandfather and Grandmother
spent many years together.

“T’is hard to part
with Mother dear, No more to see her
here; But yet we’re glad
if God saw best To end her life
and give her rest, In Heaven to reign
with angels fair; May our names to
be written there. Then we again may
each other meet And walk with her
the golden street.”

Card of ThanksWe wish to thank
all kind neighbors, friends and 'relatives who assisted in any way during
the illness, death and burial of our dear wife and mother. Mr. Dan S. Wyse
and Family.

Lewis
A. RuppLewis A. Rupp, 61,
who maintained his home at 193 Lowell Rd., Wellesley, Mass., died suddenly
at his other residence in Dallas Texas, on Sept. 30. He had lived the past
eleven years at Dallas while employed with Mobil Research and Development
Corp. as a senior engineering consultant on deep sea oil exploration methods.
The deceased was born at Archbold and graduated from West Unity high school
in 1932. He earned a BS in electrical engineering in 1937 at the US Naval
Academy and an MS in naval construction, and engineering in 1943 from the
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He served in the US Navy from
1937 to 1958 and attained the rank of Captain. His career as a naval architect,
included five years directing hydrodynamics research at the David Taylor
Model Basin, Washington, D. C., and four years as design superintendent,
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, where he worked on design and development of
nuclear submarines. He served three years as a Naval Attache at the
U.S. Embassy in London, England. After retirement from the Navy in 1958
he was executive vice-president and treasurer of Ionics, Inc., Cambridge,
Mass. In 1965 he was consultant for Mobil Research and Development
Corp. in New York City on
marine technology. In 1967, he moved to Dallas where he directed Mobil's
research and development on a technical and economical system for producing
oil and gas in deep water. He had numerous patents on controllable
pitch propellers and subsea oil production systems, and personally designed
the propeller on the Nautilus, the first atomic submarine. He published
many articles for the Transactions of the Society of Naval Architects and
Marine Engineers and for other marine and petroleum journals. He
was a member of the Society of Naval Architects
and Marine Engineers and the American Petroleum Institute. He had served
on various technical committees of the National Research Council,. National
Academy of Sciences (MOHOLE project), National Petroleum Council, American
Board of Shipping, and the Scripps Institute of Oceanography.

He is survived by
his wife, Marguerite Rupp of Wellesley, and Dallas; five children, Mrs.
Barbara Hutchins of Dover, Mrs. Judie Kehl of Kittery, Maine, Mrs. Geraldine
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PHILIP
WEBERPhilip Weber was
called to .his Eternal home, Monday morning, December 27,1954 at 9:00 o'clock.
At the time of his death, God had blessed him with almost 78 years of life
here upon earth. He was born January 12, 1877, near Pettisville, son of
John and Margaret Weber. He resided in this vicinity all of his life. On
February 8, 1900, he was united in holy marriage to Della Fether. In 1950
they celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary. To this union were born
Mary and Carrie Weber, Earl Weber and Mrs. Olen Genter, all of 'this vicinity;
five brothers: George of Archbold; C. P. Weber of Wauseon; Andrew, Pettisville;
Art of Lincoln Park, Mich.; Bryant-of Pettisville; one sister Mrs. Clara
Wiederkehr; 6 grandchildren plus a host of friends and others who were
dear to him. May the Triune God who shows himself in three distinct
ways, with the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit,
now find all of you in a closer bond of love arid Christian understanding
and fellowship. May we all have the patience and strength to bear one another’s
burdens, in courage and faith, living always in the expectation of the
life that is to come in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ who gave his life
for us, that we, through Him, might know life and know it more abundantly.

Card Of ThanksThe .family wishes
to express their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all of those who have
in one way or another expressed their deep sympathy to them, in this their
hour of trial.

Anna
RufenachtAnna Rufenacht (Goldsmith),
daughter of Joseph an d .Mary Goldsmith, was born in Neuweiler, Switzerland,
April 23, 1877. Immigrated to America with her parents in November, 1883.
On October 5, 1911, she was united in marriage with Ephraim Rufenacht,
residing near Archbold, Ohio, Henry County, where they shared life's joy
and sorrow for a little over 42 years. When on the evening of January 8,
1954, after an illness of over two years, which was born with patience,
she fell asleep in Jesus
at the age of 76 years, 8 months and 15 days. This union was blessed with one daughter, Charity,
(Mrs. John Crossgrove) of Archbold, Ohio.

She leaves to mourn
her departure, her sorrowing husband, and daughter, 5 grandchildren, Ruth
Ann, Ronald, Roger, Robert and Rose Mary. Also two sisters, Mrs. Barbara
Rupp of Bloomington, Ill., Lydia (Mrs. Simon Rufenacht) of Archbold, one
step brother, John Burkholder of Columbus Grove, Ohio, besides a host of
relatives and friends. There preceded her in death, two brothers,
five sisters, one grandchild Rachel.

In youth she accepted
Christ as her personal Saviour and united with the Central Mennonite Church,
where she remained faithful to the end. Mother always took great pride
in the work of the Church and Sunday school, having taught a Sunday class
for over fifty years. She will be greatly missed in the home by her family
and many friends.

“Mother is peacefully
sleeping, resting at last, Life’s weary troubles
and trials are past. In patience she
suffered, in silence she bore, ’Till God called
her home, to suffer no more.”

Card of Thanks We wish to
thank the many neighbors, friends and relatives, who in any way assisted
in sickness, death and burial of mother. And for all who remembered with
visits, songs, flowers and gifts during her long illness. We thank you
all. Ephraim Rufenacht, Mr. and Mrs. John Crossgrove and family.

JOHN
RICHJohn Rich, son of
John arid Mary Nofziger Rich, was born May 26, 1885, at Stuttgart, Arkansas,
and passed away March 24, 1951, at the Detwiler Memorial Hospital in Wauseon,
Ohio, at the age of 65 years,
9 months and 24 days. On March 21, 1906, he was united in marriage
to Ellen Nofziger, also of Stuttgart, Arkansas. To this union were born
three children: Lester, Clarence and Olive, all of Archbold, Ohio. His
father died before John was born and his mother passed away when he was
four and one-half years old. He and his sister Katie who preceded him in
death April 21, 1936, were reared in the home of Bishop Jacob Yoder who
had also adopted Rudy Sutter and Mrs. J. B. Springer. He moved from
Stuttgart in 1920 to the Archbold community, where he had been in residence
and in business since that time. He has been a Christian, a loyal supporter
of the Church and a
member of the Mennonite Church since his youth. His devoted living has
made immeasurable contributions to his family the church and the community.

His transition into
Life, in the most complete sense, leaves his wife Ellen, his three children,
and five grandchildren to continue their labors in The Kingdom.

Above the trembling
elements, Above life's restless
sea, Dear Saviour, lift
my spirit up, Oh, lift me up to
Thee! Great calmness there,
sweet patience, too, Upon Thy face I
see; I would be calm
and patient, Lord, Oh, lift me up to
Thee! And when my eyes
close for the last, Still this my prayer
shall be,- Dear Saviour, lift
my spirit up, And lift me up to
Thee!

Card Of ThanksWe wish to express
our thanks for all assistance and expressions of sympathy during the past
weeks. The Rich Family.

Mildred
(McLaughlin ) Nofzinger(Oct 1976) Mrs. Mildred Nofzinger,
70, a resident of'1270' W. Mulberry Road,. died Sunday night at the Morenci
Area Hospital, after a prolonged illness. Born January 9, 1906, in Fulton
County, Ohio, she was the daughter
of Arthur and Blanche McLaughlin Perry. On April 2,1925, she was united
in marriage to Jessie Nofzinger in Wauseon. Mrs. Nofzinger was a member
of the Munson UB Church of Christ, East Ogden Center Garden Club, Zion
W.C.T.U. and Munson W.M.A. They lived in Lenawee County for the last 31
years.

Besides her husband,
Jessie, she is survived by a son, Joseph of Morenci; a brother, Claude Perry of Findlay,
Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. William (Lona) Parker of Swanton arid Mrs. Martin (Lucille) Stites,
of Wauseon and three grandchildren.

Funeral services
will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the First Baptist Church of Morenci
with the .Rev. Aden Porter officiating. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery
A memorial fund to the UB Church .of Munson has been established.

IDA
SHORTIda, daughter of
Henry and Anna Short, was born near Archbold, Ohio, November 24, 1883.
She departed this life suddenly at her home Nov. 8, 1953, at the age of
69 years; 11 months-and 14 days.

She leaves to mourn
her departure the following brothers and sisters: Verna, Lillian, Barbara
and Aaron, with whom she :lived; Rosa (Mrs. Simon Nofziger), Henry, Dan,
Adam, and Raymond all of Archbold; 10 nieces and 11 nephews, besides a
host of relatives and friends. There preceded her in death: her
parents and one brother, Frank.

In youth she accepted
Christ as her Saviour, and united with the Central Mennonite Church, remaining
faithful unto the end. On March 8, 1952, while spending , the winter in
Sarasota, Florida, she was stricken with a Cerebral Hemorrhage, and about
5 weeks later was brought back home, where she partially recovered, .always
bearing her suffering patiently, being resigned to the Lord's will.
She will be greatly missed by the family, and especially by the sisters
who tenderly cared for her. But our .loss is her Eternal gain.

“Sister, sleep, your
trials are o'er;Sweet be the rest
you have needed before. We loved you, but
God loved you more, For He called you
to that Bright, Happy Shore."

Card of ThanksWe wish to sincerely
thank the many friends, relatives, and neighbors for the many prayers and
kindness extended to our dear Sister Ida during her illness. We also wish
to express our appreciation to all who in any way assisted us during our
bereavernent. The Short Family.

Olen
BigbeeOlen W. Bigbee,
74, of R. 1, Wauseon, died Tuesday evening in his home after a long illness.
He was a native and life resident of Fulton County. He was in the Poultry
Business and Farming for about 45 years, having retired in 1970.
He was a member of the Tedrow United Methodist Church.

Surviving are his
wife, Hazel M. Bigbee; one son and three daughters, Mrs. Fermin (Doris)
Dohm, New Haven, Ind., Shirley Bigbee, Wauseon, Dale Bigbee, St. Petersburg,
Fla. and Lois Bigbee, Toledo; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Funeral services
will be held Friday at 2:30 p.m. in the Tedrow United Methodist Church.
The interment in the Tedrow Cemetery. Friends may call at the Penrod Funeral
Home, Wauseon.

Milfred
BaldwinMilfred Ray Baldwin,
86, R.R. 1, Delta, died Wednesday night at the Fulton County Health Center,
following a long illness. He was a life long resident and retired carpenter
of Fulton County.

He is survived by
sons, Charles of Metamora, Richard of Omaha, Nebraska, Donald and Henry
both of Wauseon, Wayne of Lakewood, and Milfred, Jr. of West Unity; daughters,
Mrs. Cora Mae Secondcost of Delta, arid Mrs. Mary Lou Davis of Morenci,
Michigan; brother, William Baldwin of Waldbridge; sister,. Mrs. Tressie
Churchill of Delta; 25 grandchildren.

Sarah
(Stuckey ) KlingerMrs. Sarah Klinger,
83, of 318 Stryker Street, in Archbold, died Thursday morning at Fairlawn
Haven Nursing Home in Archbold where she had resided since September 3rd.
She had been in failing health
several years. Born near Stryker she lived her entire lifetime in the area
and in Archbold 33 years. She was the widow of Fermer Klinger and was a
member of the Lockport Mennonite Church near Stryker.

She is survived by
one daughter, Doris Klinger of Archbold; one son, Merle Klinger of Archbold;
five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one brother, Elmer Stuckey
of Archbold and one sister, Mrs. Donald (Leah) Stevens of Wauseon.

Services were held
Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the Lockport Mennonite Church with Rev. Keith Leinbach
and Rev. Walter Stuckey officiating. Interment was in the Lockport Cemetery.
Short Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Mrs.
Viola NofzigerMrs. Viola Nofziger,
84, formerly of 205 Brussel Street in Archbold, died Thursday, December
23, at Fairlawn Haven Nursing Home in Archbold where she had resided since
May 3. She had been in failing health
two years. She' was born in Henry County south of Archbold and moved
to Archbold in 1949. The widow of Myron Nofziger she was a charter member
of Zion Mennonite Church.

She is survived by
two daughters, Mrs. Ora (Dorothy) Nafziger of Archbold and Mrs. Otto (Louetta)
Warkentin of Fort Wayne, Indiana; one son, Myrl Nofziger of Archbold; 16
grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

Services were held
on Monday at Zion Mennonite Church with Rev. Ellis Croyle and Rev. P.L.
Frey officiating. Interment was in the Pettisville Cemetery.Short Funeral
Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Mary
K. (Schantz) TrudelMary K. Trudel,
72, of 307 E. Walnut St., Wauseon, died Sunday afternoon at Detwiler manor,
following a long illness. Born in Fulton County, she has resided in Wauseon
for many years, and was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.

Funeral services
will be conducted from Trinity Lutheran Church, Wednesday morning at 10:30
o'clock. Rev. Robert Kaiser officiating. Interment will be in the Pettisville
Cemetery. Friends may call at the Edgar Funeral Home.

John
BenderJohn P. Bender,
73, of R. I, Wauseon died Monday morning in the Fulton County Health Center
after a short illness. Born in Dover Township, Fulton County, he
was a farmer and a member of the Ottokee Grange
and the Farm Bureau.

Surviving are two
brothers and two sisters, Frank Bender, Miss Ada Bender and Miss Mary Bender,
all of Wauseon and William Bender of Leipsic. Funeral services will
be held Thursday at 3:30 p.m. in
the Penrod Funeral Home, Wauseon with the Rev. James Riley officiating.
The interment will be in the Wauseon Cemetery.

Harold
J. ShortHarold J. Short,
67, of RR2, Stryker, died Sunday morning, Dec. 26 in Fulton County Health
Center. Mr. Short was a farmer and was secretary of the Stryker Farmers
Exchange. He was a lifelong resident of this community.

Survived by his wife,
Erma; one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Esther) Thomas of Lake Zurich, Ill.; two
brothers, John L. of Stryker and Robert W. of RR3, Archbold. Services will
be held in St. Martin's Lutheran Church, Archbold, today, Wednesday, December
29 at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. Alan Siewert. Burial in the Archbold Cemetery.
Grisier Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Ida
Nofziger(1976) Mrs. Ida G.
Nofziger, 76, of Route 5 Wauseon, died early Friday morning, December 24,
at the Fulton County Health Center in Wauseon where she was a patient two
days. She was born near Grabill, Indiana, living in the Wauseon area
the past 56 years. She was a member of the West Clinton Mennonite Church
near Pettisville.

She is survived by
her husband, Clarence; four daughters, Mrs. Melvin (Waneta) Gerig and Mrs.
Marvin (Letha) Waidelich, both of Wauseon, .Mrs. Wayne (Arlene) Springer
of Archbold and Mrs. David (Marilyn) Verbeck of Indianapolis, Indiana;
.four sons, .Herbert of Morenci Michigan, Alvin and Melvin, both of Wauseon,
and Burdell of Archbold; 36 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren.
Services were held on Sunday at West Clinton Mennonite Church with Rev.Edward Diener and
Rev. Olen Nofziger officiating. Interment was in the Pettisville Cemetery. Short Funeral Home
was in charge of the arrangements.

Clarence
I. Nofziger (1977) Clarence I. Nofziger,
78, RR3, Wauseon, died Saturday morning, Jan. 22, in his home. He had been
in failing health two and a half years. Born in Pettisville, he lived
his entire lifetime in the area. He was a retired
farmer. His wife, Ida Nofziger, died Dec. 24, 1976.

Survived by four
daughters, Mrs. Melvin (Waneta) Gerig and Mrs. Marvin (Letha) Waidelich,
both of Wauseon, Mrs.
Wayne (Arlene) Springer of Archbold and Mrs. David (Marilyn) Verbeck of
Indianapolis, Ind.; four sons, Herbert of Morenci, Mich., Alvin and Melvin,
both of Wauseon, and Burdell of Archbold; 36 grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren
and three brothers, Jesse E. of Archbold, Lloyd and Ray E., both of Wauseon.

Services were held
Monday at 2:30 p.m. at West Clinton Mennonite Church conducted by Rev.
Edward Diener and Rev. Olen Nofziger. Burial in the Pettisville Cemetery
Short Funeral Home was in charge of
arrangements.

RUTH
LUETTA (Leu) CLINGAMAN Ruth Luetta Clingaman,
daughter of Jacob and Rebecca Leininger Leu, was born near Archbold, Ohio
on May 31, 1902 and passed away at St. Vincent's Hospital in Toledo, Ohio
on January 25, 1977. Her age was 74 years, 7 months, and 25 days. In her
youth she was baptized and confirmed at St. James Lutheran Church at Burlington
where she remained a faithful member until her death. On October
16, 1920, Ruth was united in marriage to Clarence J. Clingaman. They made
their home at Elmira until 1942 when they moved to Maumee, Ohio where they
lived until 1958, then moving to their present address at 307 DeGroff Avenue
in Archbold, Ohio. This union was blessed with 3 daughters, Evelyn, Helen
and Bonita. Ruth and Clarence shared 56 years together. She was preceded in
death by her parents, and half-brother Willard Leu.

Funeral services
were held on January 29 at 2 p.m. at Short Funeral Home with Pastor H.
Albert Mann officiating. Interment was February 1 in St. James Lutheran
Cemetery near Archbold, Ohio.

There's an open gate
at the end of the road Through which each
must go alone, And there is a light
we cannot see The Father claims
His own; Beyond the gate
your loved one finds happiness and rest. And there is comfort
in the thought that a loving God knows best.

CARD OF THANKSOur sincere thanks
to each one who shared with us in our bereavement All of your expressions
of and love: flowers, memorial gifts, kind deeds, and thoughtful words,
are deeply appreciated and were gratefully received. Mr. Clarence Clingaman
and Family

James
Ehrsham(1977) James F. Ehrsham,
42, of Route 1,.Lyons, died Saturday afternoon at the Fulton County Health
Center. He was a farmer in Chesterfield Township and co-owner of the Oakshade
Raceway. Mr. Ehrsham was a member of Emmaus Lutheran Church in Wauseon,
Royalton Union Lodge F&A.M. and Fulton County React Inc.

He was preceded in
death by his parents, Frederlck and Ida Ehrsham. Surviving are his
wife, Donna; two sons, James of Lyons and Ronald of Morenci; two daughters,
Pam and Nancy both at home; two brothers, Kenneth of Sylvania and Robert
of Toledo; two sisters, Mrs. Pauline Creque of Columbus and
Mrs. Dorothy Herbster of Sylvania and two grandchildren.

Funeral services
were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Biehl Malone Funeral Home with the Rev.
Walter Baese officiating. Burial was in Lyons Cemetery.

Lawrence
H. Leavy Lawrence H.
(Tom) Leavy, 82, retired pharmacist and West Unity businessman over 30
years died Saturday, Feb.
5 in Williams County General Hospital. He owned and operated the Leavy
Drug Store for more than 30 years and prior to that lived in Archbold where
he was a pharmacist at the Red Cross
Drug Store. He was a 1912 graduate of Archbold High School. He was
a veteran of World
War I, having served in the U.S. Army.

Services will be
held Wednesday (today) at 1 p.m.; in Hollingshead Funeral Home conducted
by Rev. T. J. Klaudt of Toledo. Burial in Floral Grove Cemetery, where
the American Legion will hold graveside services.

James
FreyFormer Prosecutor
In Fulton CountyFrom the Blade Correspondent Archbold, O., -
James L. Frey, 54, former Fulton .County Prosecutor from 1961 to 1969,
died Wednesday in Grace Hospital, Detroit. A graduate of Ohio
Northern University law college, Ada, O. Mr. Frey practice law both in
Archbold and Wauseon, 0., for 23 years. He was a member of the Ohio and
Fulton County Bar associations.

Services will be
at 11 a.m. Monday in St. John’s United Church of Christ, Archbold. The
body will be in the Short Mortuary after 7 p.m. Saturday. The family
requests that any tributes be in the form of contributions to the Wayne
State University Cancer Investigation Fund.

HULDAH
(Aschliman) STAMMHuldah Stamm, daughter
of Henry and Racheal Frey Aschliman, was born on March 10, 1895 at Stryker,
Ohio and passed from this life on Sept. 16, 1977 at Fairlawn Haven .in
Archbold, Ohio.Her age was 82 years,
6 months, and 6 days. She lived her whole lifetime in the area, most
of those years, just one mile north of Archbold on the family farm.
Her family arid friends knew her to be a busy person, but always having
time for others, and willing to be of help. She always held a sincere interest
in her family and a concern for each ones spiritual well being. On
April 3, 1976 Huldah suffered a stroke. This required hospitalization and
continuing nursing care. From the Fulton County Health
Center she became a resident in the Evergreen Manor in Montpelier, Ohio
and then transferred to Fairlawn Haven in Archbold, Ohio during August
of 1976. In her youth Huldah accepted Christ as her personal savior
and became a member of the Mennonite Church. She has been a faithful member
of the Central congregation. For many years she taught a Sunday School
Class and was an active worker in the W.M.S.C. On Feb. 12, 1919 Huldah
was united in marriage to Fred Stamm. Through marriage she became mother,
to Mahlon, Fred's son. Three children were born to Fred and Huldah, one
son and two daughters: Walter Stamm of RR3, Archbold, Ohio; Frieda, Mrs.
Orville Rupp, of RR1, Archbold, Ohio; and Dora; Mrs. Tom McCalla
Jr. of Carbondale, Illinois. On Sept. 7, 1970; Fred passed on after over
51 years of sharing life together

She was preceded
in death by her parents, husband, one son, two grandchildren, four sisters
and one brother. She leaves to mourn her passing; one son and two
daughters, 13 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild,
one .foster brother; Frederick Ganshaw of San Antonio, Texas, her nieces
and nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services
were held on Monday, Sept. 19 at the Central Mennonite Church, Archbold,
Ohio in charge of Rev. Charles H. Gautsche. Burial was in the Pettisville
Cemetery.

“My Partner”I've formed a partnership
with God I talk to Him each
day About each project
that I start In study, work or
play. When things go wrong
and all my world Looks desolate and
grim, I find that He will
brighten things If I Will talk to
Him. He gives me strength
when I have none, The courage-for
the deeds That I must do if
I shall go Along tbe way He
leads. He gives to-me so
very much, That through bright
days or dim. Through morning,
noon and evening I give Grateful thanks
to Him.

Card of ThanksWe wish to thank
each one for your prayers, the lovely cards sent to us, memorials, flowers,
food and the many kind expressions of sympathy during the death and burial
of our mother. The family of Huldah Stamm

John
A. Rupp John A. Rupp,
90, of Archbold, died Saturday night at the Fulton County Health Center
in Wauseon where he
was a patient six days after falling and breaking his hip. He had been
in failing health the past year and for the past two years, he with his
wife, resided at Fairlawn Haven Nursing Home in Archbold. He was born near Archbold,
living in the Archbold area many years before moving to Boynton Beach,
Florida and spending the summers at Alanson, Michigan. He with his wife
started Almeda's Candies in Elmira in 1924, branched to Alanson, Michigan
in 1931 and to Boynton Beach, Florida in 1955 when they quit making candy
in Archbold. In 1950 they sold to their son John J. Rupp and semi-retired.
He was a director of the Farmers and Merchants State Bank in Archbold from
1921 to 1967, serving, as Vice President from 1922 to 1931 and since 1967
has been an honorary director. He was a member of the Evangelical Mennonite
Church in Archbold.

He is survived by
his wife, Almeda; two sons, Rev. Paul W. Rupp of Pekin, Illinois and John
J. Rupp of Boynton
Beach, Florida; 15 grandchildren: 12 great-grandchildren; and two sisters,
Mrs. Sadie Axley of Toledo and Mrs. Clarence (Cora) Steiner of Pandora.

Services-will-beheld
on Wednesday at 11 at the Evangelical Mennonite Church in Archbold with
Pastor Charles Zimmerman and Pastor Roger Andrews officiating. Interment
will be in theArchbold Cemetery.
Friends may call at short Funeral Home in Archbold. The family requests that contributions
be given in the form of memorials to Fairlawn Haven Nursing Home.

Eard
S. Henricks (1977) Eard S. Henricks,
88, of Wauseon, died Sunday in the Detwiler Manor after a long illness.
Born in Henry County,
he has been a resident of the Wauseon area for about forty-five years and
was a retired farmer. He was a member of the St. Caspar's Catholic Church.

Funeral services
will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the St. Caspar's Catholic Church with
the Rev. James K. Say officiating. The burial will be in the St. Caspar's
Cemetery. The Wake Service will be held in the Penrod Funeral Home,
Wauseon, Tuesday at 8 p.m.

Clarence
Swartzendruber(1977) Clarence Swartzendruber,
74, of Fayette, died Friday at the Emma L. Bixby Hospital in Adrian. He was a farmer
most of his life. At one time he was employed by the Hawkins Lumber Mill
in Rollin. He was a member of the Salem Mennonite Church. He lived in the
Waldron area most of his life, moving
to Fayette one year ago.

Surviving are his
wife, Ethel; a son. Hal, of Brownfield, Texas; three daughters, .Mrs. James
Evers of Pioneer, Mrs. John, (Shirley) Taylor of Morenci and Mrs. Kay Robb
of Brownfield, Texas; a brother, Harold of Fayette; a sister, Mrs. Edna
Lutton of Clearwater, Florida; 22 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a son Robert in 1974.

Funeral services
were held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home in Fayette with the
Rev. Earl Stuckey officiating. Burial was in Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci.

Earl
William Reppertis dead at 89Earl William Reppert,
89, a resident of 218 North Street, died at 8 a.m. Monday morning at the
Morenci Area Hospital after an extended illness. Born December 17.
1886, in Morenci, he was the son of John
and Annabelle Reppert. On January 10, 1935, he was united in marriage to
Irene Ford in Angola, Indiana. He lived all his life in Morenci. Mr. Reppert
was a member of the Methodist Church
and the Morenci Eagles. He owned and operated Reppert's Market .for 35 years ,until his
retirement in 1948. He was very active in farming while his health permitted.

Preceding him in
death were a son, Theo Reppert; three brothers, Harry, Charles and Louis.
Besides his wife, lrene, he is survived by two grandchildren and seven
greatgrandchildren. Funeral services
will be held today at 2 p.m. at the Charles Fink Funeral Home with the
Rev. Ron Keller officiating.
Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery .

Lucille
S. Schroeder Archbold Buckeye
April 23, 2003)Lucille S. Schroeder,
96, Wauseon, died Saturday, April .19, 2003, at Fairlawn Haven Nursing
Home, Archbold. Born in Pettisville on Aug. 30, 1906, she was a daughter
of Fred D. and Elizabeth (Schlagel) Lehman. She married Carl F. Schroeder
on Nov. 6, 1953, and he preceded her in death in 1958. She was a 1924 graduate
of Wauseon High School and attended Wittenberg University and Defiance
College. Her teaching career began in the Little Red School-house, and
continued at Pettisville and Pike-Delta- York. Before retirement she was
a substitute teacher. Her memberships included Trinity Lutheran Church,
Wauseon, Wauseon Womens Club, Filling Home of Mercy, and was a volunteer
at Fulton County Health Center.

Services were Tuesday,
April 22, 2003, at the church. Timothy Sonnenberg and Scott Silcox were
the officiating pastors. Interment followed at Pettisville Union Cemetery.

HENRY
BECKHenry, son of Gottleib
and Anna (Nofziger) Beck, was born on July 31, 1876. Departed this life
in the Detwiler Memorial Hospital, Wauseon, Ohio, at the age of 80 years
and 21 days. On Feb. 10, 1898, he was united in marriage with Emma Nofziger,
who passed away Oct. 20, 1950, after having lived in happy, wedlock for
almost 53 years. This union was blessed with 3 sons and- 6 daughters:
Florence, Earl, Elnora (Mrs. Harry Rupp), Ella, Ilva (Mrs. Lloyd Nofziger),
Lucille (Mrs. Carl Rychener), Verden, Leonard, and Bernice (Mrs. Archie
Kauffman). All reside in the vicinity of Archbold, Ohio. He was the last
survivor of a family of 12.

He leaves to mourn
his departure, 9 children , 28 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild, besides
a host of relatives and friends. There preceded him in death: his wife,
6 grandchildren.

In early manhood
he accepted Christ, as his Personal Savior, and united with the Central
Mennonite Church, where he remained a faithful member until his death.
His seat was seldom vacant, being blessed with good health until about
a year ago when his health began to fail. His last few days on
earth were filled with much physical misery, but on the evening of Aug.
21, 1956, God answered his prayer and took him home. The children have
lost a kind and loving father, but their loss is his Eternal gain.

"Earth has lost its
look of gladness, Heaven seems to
us more bright, Since the spirit
of our father Took its happy,
homeward flight. And we long to cross
the river, Long to rest upon
that shore, There to see, and
know, and love them, With the Savior
evermore.

Card of ThanksThe family wishes
to thank all friends, neighbors and relatives who assisted in any way during
the sickness and death of our father.

Lisa
Lynn Beck was born September
4, 1967, the third child and second daughter of Ronald and Carol Jean Kauffman
Beck. She was born at Wauseon, Ohio and died quite suddenly on July 8,
1977 near Archbold, Ohio. Lisa had reached an age of nine years. On Mother’s
Day, May 12, 1968 Lisa was dedicated to God by her parents in a service
for the of parents and children at Zion Mennonite Church in Archbold. She
was member of the Sunday School and the church's Junior Choir and was also a pupil
in the summer Bible School at Zion Church where parents are members
and worship and serve. Lisa had completed the 4th grade in the Archbold
Elementary School in May. Lisa spent the nine years of her life growing
up on the family farm near Archbold amid the work a farm involves, the
animals, the pets and the other broadening experiences only a farm can
provide to a small girl. Like many little her age she gave herself to the
play and the joys of childhood with her parents and her sister, Lori; She
knew the discipline that piano lessons require and the excitement of playing
baseball.

Lisa is survived
by her parents and sister, Lori; by her paternal grandparents, Mr. and
Mrs. Dale Beck of Pettisville, Ohio; by her maternal grandparents; Mr.
and Mrs. Virgil Short of Stryker, Ohio and by the paternal great-grandparents.
Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Britsch of near Archbold. Lisa was preceded in death
by a brother Ricky who died in 1969.

A family scripture
and prayer service was held at Short Funeral Home on Monday morning, July 11, 1977 followed
by burial in the Pettisville Cemetery .A Memorial Service followed at Zion
Mennonite Church with Ellis B. Croyle and P. L. Frey officiating.
We want to thank everyone for the prayers and
the many acts of thoughtfulness and kindness shown to our family. This
has been a great help and
comfort to us. We also wish to thank the rescue squad, Dr. Ebersole, and
those who helped at the Fulton County Health Center.May God bless all
of you. Ron, Carol and Lori Beck

VIRGINIA
JANE BECKER In Memory Of VIRGINIA
JANE BECKER Date Of Birth SEPTEMBER
20, 1924 Date Of Death SEPTEMBER
10, 1966 Services From THE
EDGAR FUNERAL HOME WED. AFTERNOON,
SEPTEMBER 14 AT 2:00 O'CLOCK Minister Officiating
REV. REUBEN EICHER Final Resting Place
WAUSEON CEMETERY

Walter
Bernath Walter C.
Bernath, 77, of 407 Holland Street, Archbold died Saturday afternoon at
the Fulton County Health Center, where he had been a patient for two weeks.
He was born in Burlington, O. and had lived in the area his entire life.
Mr. Bernath was retired, having been associated with Vernier-McLaughlin-Probeck
Company in Archbold for 35 years. He was a member of Evangelical Mennonite
Church in Archbold.

Surviving are his:wife,
Mildred; one son, Gene W. of Denver, Colorado; sister, Mrs. Harold (Alice)
Merillat of Wauseon; brothers Glen of Archbold, and Roy of Wauseon.
Funeral services will be held today at 2
p.m. at St. Johns United Church of Christ in Archbold with Rev. Charles
L. Zimmerman and Rev. Roger Andrews officiating. Interment will be in the
Archbold Cemetery.

ELMA
GLADYS (Beck) BRENNEMANElma Gladys (Beck)
Brennemen, oldest daughter of Joel and Betty Beck, was born in Fulton County,
Ohio, Sept. 20, 1895, and passed to her Eternal Reward at a Toledo, Ohio,
Hospital, Oct. 20, 1952, at the age of 57 years and 1 month. On Nov.24,
1918, she was united in marriage to Emanuel Brennemen. They shared life
together less than four months when he was taken away by death. Most of
the remainder of her life she spent with her parents in the vicinity
of Archbold, Ohio.

Surviving are her
aged father, one sister, Mrs. Franklin Crossgrove; two brothers, Vernon
and EJden, all of Lansing, Mich.; nieces, nephews and many relatives
and friends. Preceding her in death was her husband and mother, the
latter just thirteen months ago.

In her youth she
accepted Christ as her personal Savior, united with the Mennonite Church
and was a member of
the Evangelical Mennonite Church of Archbold at the time of her death.
About six years ago she
suffered a stroke, which left her partially paralyzed. She was, however,
able at times to leave .home to enjoy the fellowship of friends and relatives
and to attend services at the church. She bore her suffering patiently
awaiting the time her Lord would take her home. Funeral services were held
at the home and at the Evangelical Mennonite Church on Thursday, Oct. 23,
1952, conducted by H. E. Bertsche and Walter Stuckey. Burial in the Pettisville
Cemetery.

Card Of ThanksOur sincerest thanks-
are extended to all kind neighbors and friends and all who comforted and
assisted us in any way during our bereavement. Joel Beck and Family.

John
N. Buehrer John N. Buehrer,
son of Michael and Anna Buehrer, was born June 4, 1858, in the Opfertshofen,
Canton Schaffhausen, Switzerland, and passed away at his home in Archbold,
Ohio, June 25, 1951, at the age of 93 years and 21 days. He was baptized
in infancy and confirmed in the Reformed Church near Archbold in his youth,
of which he was an active member until his death. He immigrated to
this country with his parents at the age of 13 years and With them soon
resided on a farm in Ridgeville Township where he spent his active life
until he retired in 1925,-when he moved to Archbold. He married Anna
Buehrer, Jan. 15, 1885. To their union was born six children: Walter Buehrer,
Green Bay, Wis., Mrs. Adam Schlatter; Rev. Emil Buehrer, Green Bay, Wis.;
Mr. Samuel Buehrer, Mrs. Lydia Bock and Mrs. Henry Ziegler of Archbold.
His wife preceded him in death in 1937.

He is survived by
his six children, 13 grandchildren and' 19 great-grandchildren. The
funeral services were held in the Ev. and Reformed Church, Thursday at
2 p.m., June 28, 1951, Rev. N. B. Wierwlll, pastor, officiating. He was
laid to rest in the Archbold cemetery.

Card of ThanksWith grateful hearts
we wish to thank all our neighbors, friends, and relatives for their many
acts of kindness and assistance during our recent bereavement. The
John N. Buehrer Family.

MRS.
LOUISE M. (Gushman) CLAIREMrs. Louise Mary
(Gushman) Claire was born January 14, 1863 in German township, Fulton County,
Ohio and passed away at Memorial Hospital, Wauseon, Friday, Dec. 5, 1947
at the age of 84 years, 10
months and 21 days. Mrs. Claire had enjoyed good hea1th until about
two years ago, and her condition became so serious she was taken to the
hospital two days before her death. April 4, 1883 she was united
in marriage with Joseph H. Claire, Jr., and they made their home on the
farm where Mts. Claire was born, located northwest of Archbold. To this
union, two children, Blanche and Myrtle were born.

She was preceded
in death by their daughter Blanche, Feb:8, 1885, and her husband; Sept.
9, 1890. One daughter, Myrtle M., survives. Mrs. Claire was the last living
member of her family. Following her husband's death, Mrs. Claire
and Myrtle moved to Archbold where they resided for 57 years. Deceased
was an active member of St. Peter's Catholic church for many years.

Services were held
Tuesday, Dec. 9, at Grisier's Funeral Home and St. Peter's Catholic church
conducted by, Father Francis, Miller. Interment 1n Archbold cemetery.

Card of ThanksFor the many kind
deeds of neighbors, friends and relatives, the numerous floral and other
tributes, and to all who in any way helped to ease the sorrow in the loss
of my dear mother, please accept my most sincere thanks. Myrtle M. Claire

Linda
Faye Crossgrove Crossgrove Girl
Accident Victim Family Planned To Come To Archbold By Plane From FloridaLinda Faye, 3, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Crossgrove of Sarasota, Florida, passed away last
Tuesday evening, Dec. 23, '47, in the Sarasota Hospital, as result of a
skull fracture received in a collision of two cars Tuesday morning.
The accident happened during the morning when fog may have caused the crash.
The Henry Crossgrove family was on its way to the airport at Tampa, 50
miles away, having purchased tickets to come to Archbold to attend the
funeral of Henry's uncle, Samuel H. Crossgrove, which was to be held on
Dec. 24. The Crossgrove's were driving west on Fruitville Road when they
were struck by a car driven by Thomas Jefferson, who was headed east on
Fruitville road and turned off onto Ricbardson road. . Deputies said that
Crossgrove's car bounced into a parked car and careened down the road 165
feet, finally landing against a palm tree on the north side of the road.
The injured were taken to the hospital where Linda died seven hours later.
Mrs. Crossgrove suffered back and leg bruises. Henry Crossgrove was not
hurt. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wyse, parents of Mrs. Crossgrove, and brother Wilbur
Wyse, and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Crossgrove, Henry's brother left Archbold
at once, by automobile. Mrs. Wyse remained with Mrs. Crossgrove who
was unable to attend her child’s funeral. The body of the child was
brought to Archbold Sunday morning, and was in state at the Short funeral
home until 1:30 when services were held conducted by Rev. Phil. Frey, followed
by services in the Central Mennonite church with Revs. Tim Brenneman and
Roy Sauder in charge. Interment in Pettisville cemetery. She leaves her
parents, grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wyse and Mrs. Charles Crossgrove.

LINDA
FAYE CROSSGROVELinda Faye Crossgrove,
daughter and only child of Henry and Stella Wyse Crossgrove, was born Oct.
5, 1944, at Sarasota, Florida. She died on the evening of Dec. 2, 1947
as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident n the morning
of that day, aged 3 years, 2 months, 17 days. She is survived by her parents,
three grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Wyse, and Mrs. Barbara Crossgrove,
all of Archbold, Ohio, and also by a host of other relatives and friends.
Linda had endeared herself to many people by her friendly smile and winning
ways. She loved to go to Sunday School and had recently memorized the 23rd
Psalm. Just two days before she passed away she spoke her first recitation
in public at the Christmas program of Bay Shore Mennonite Church. Her favorite
song was "Jesus Loves Me," which she often sang at her play. She has left
a great emptiness in the hearts of all who knew her and especially her
parents to whom she was very dear. May God comfort them in their bereavement
and fill the void that has been left in their lives with the fullness of
His Divine love. Although Linda will be missed by many, we humbly
submit to the sovereign will of our Heavenly Father, resting assured that
she is happy in the arms of Jesus, who said, "Suffer the little children
to come unto me and forbid them not, for of such is the kingdom of Heaven."

Card of .ThanksWe-wish to extend
our sincere thanks to all the neighbors, friends and relatives who assisted
any way during our bereavement Mr. and Mrs. Henry Crossgrove, The Wm. M.
Wyse Family, 'he Charles Crossgrove Family.

Olen
Crossgrove Killed In CrashTragedy Follows
Celebration Of Victim's BirthdayOlen Crossgrove,
Grabill R2, Ind., son of Mr. Jacob Crossgrove, Archbold, died one-half
hour after his car crashed through several guard rails and then went into
a ditch on Indiana Route 2, about one mile north of St, Joe, Ind., late
Sunday afternoon. His wife, the former Jean Neuhauser, who was with him,
did not suffer serious injuries. After the crash, both Mr. arid Mrs. Crossgrove
walked to a nearby farm house and suddenly Mr. Crossgrove complained of
a severe pain in his head and was rushed to the Auburn hospital where he
died. Mr. and Mrs. Crossgrove had spent Sunday in Archbold
in his father's home, honoring Olen's birthday anniversary, and were on
their way to their farm home near Grabill when the accident occurred.
Mrs. Crossgrove said she felt tired, closed her eyes !or just an instant,
and the crash followed. She believes her husband too, became sleepy at
about the same time. Indiana officials investigated the crash. A car following
the Crossgroves said their auto was traveling at about 50 miles an hour
when the accident occurred. The body was taken to the Gerig funeral
home in Grabill. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning, April
18, __ a.m., Central Standard time, in the Leo Mennonite church.

He is survived by
his father, five sisters: Florence, Lueen, Mrs. Ma __ el Zehr of near Ft.
Wayne, Mrs. Doris Slabaugh of Wauseon, Mrs. Mary Louise Nofziger of Archbold;
two brothers, John of Archbold ;Orval of near Ft. Wayne and one aunt, Mrs.
Jesse J. Short.

SAMUEL
H. CROSSGROVE Samuel H., son of
Frank and Barbara Crossgrove, was born June 28, 1880 near Centerville,
Pa.and passed away very suddenly of a heart attack at the home of his daughter
Mrs. Arlen Zimmerman, December 21,1947 at the age 67 years, 5 months, and
23 days. When 16 years of age he came to Archbold, Ohio where he
resided until his death. On March 4, 1909 he was united in marriage with
Ida Nafziger, they sharing the joys and sorrows of life together until
June 17, 1944. This union was blessed with 4 children: 1 son and 3 daughters:
Mildred (Mrs. Arlen Zimmerman), Ada (Mrs. Orval Nofziger) and Marie (Mrs.
Vernon Frey), all of this vicinity.

He leaves to mourn
his departure: his 3 daughters, 12 grandchildren, and 1 brother, Jacob
T., of Archbold, besides a host of relatives and friends. There preceded
him m death; his companion, the son who died in infancy, parents, 5 sisters
and 5 brothers.

When a young man
he accepted Christ as his personal Savior, uniting with the Central Mennonite
Church and remained faithful until death. He was a kind and loving
father and neighbor and will be missed by all who knew him.

There is no final
partingFor all are in His
care And those who seem
to leave us Are waiting for
us there, Where we shall meet
ones And understand at
last That dawn is always
waiting After the night
is past.

Card of ThanksWe wish to express
our sincere thanks to all those who comforted or assisted us in any way
at the time of death and burial of our father. Mr. and Mrs. Arlen Zimmerman
and Family, Mr. and Mrs. Orval Nafziger and Family, Mr. and Mrs. Vernon
Frey and Family.

Benjamin
EicherThirteen Since January
1, 1941,13 people have lost
their lives in automobile accidents in Fulton county, the latest victims
being Benj. Eicher of Elmira and Miss Inez Lett of Prattville, Mich., these
accidents occurring within an hour on Sunday evening.

Benjamin
EicherBen J. Eicher 69
Loses Life When Car And Truck Crash Retired Farmer Victim Of Collision
-- Mrs. Eicher In Hospital In Serious Condition -- Truck Driver's Injuries
Reported Slight. Benjamin Eicher, 69, well-known retired farmer,
residing at Burlington, passed away in Memorial hospital at Wauseon, Sunday
evening shortly after an auto accident that occurred on W. Leggett street
in the southwest part of Wauseon at about 5:10 o'clock. Mrs. Benj.
Eicher is in Memorial hospital in a serious condition with fractured hip
and chest and serious internal injuries, cuts and bruises suffered in the
accident. Mr. and Mrs. Eicher had been guests of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey
Graber and children at their farm home southwest of Wauseon, and were enroute
to their home at Burlington when the accident occurred. At the intersection
of the cemetery road and W. Leggett street just west of the foundry in
Wauseon, their auto collided with a truck driven by Mr. John McKillip of
Lima for the Meadow Gold Milk Company. The truck was headed east,
the Eicher car was headed north. A house-at the southwest corner of the
intersection hid the view of both drivers it is believed, and the truck
and car came together with great force, the Eicher car wrecked badly and
the truck turned over on its side and the driver, Mr. McKillip suffered
cuts but was not seriously injured.Mr. Eicher was picked
up unconscious and rushed to the hospital, as was Mrs. Eicher. Mr. Eicher
never regained consciousness, and died a short time later. Mrs. Eicher's
condition remains serious. Well-known in this entire community, Mr.
and Mrs. Eicher retired from farming and moved to Burlington a few years
ago. They have many friends and relatives in this community. Funeral
services for Benj. Eicher will be held on Wednesday afternoon, today at
the house in Burlington at 1:30 o'clock, and at the Lauber Hill Reformed
Mennonite Church at 2:00 p. m., conducted by Rev. Wm. J. Rupp. Burial in
the church cemetery.

Howard
Elliott(1977)Howard Elliott,
67, of Leesburg, Florida, died April 26, at Waterman Memorial Hospital
in Eustis, Florida. He was a former area farmer and co-owner of the
International Harvester of Morenci. Before retiring to Leesburg two and
a half years ago, he was parts manager for International Harvester of Kendallville,
Indiana.

He is survived by
his wife, Avis, a son, Robert of Manhein, Pa., two daughters, Barbara Clark
of Wauseon and Donelda Hantz of Angola, Indiana; 11 grandchildren and five
great-grandchildren; a sister, Gladys
Meeker of Lyons; five step-brothers and sisters. Funeral services were
held Saturday at the Weicht Funeral Home. Burial was at Power Cemetery
in Angola, Indiana.

Howard
ElliottWilliam Erbskorn
was born in Fulton County, Ohio, June 27, 1882. He died m his home in Archbold,
Ohio, Feb. 21, 1941 at the age of. 58 years, 7 months, and 22 days.
He was united in marriage, March 19, 1909 to Maude C. Krick. To this union
eleven children were born: five sons and six daughters; two daughters preceded
him in death. He lived all his life in Fulton ounty-except six years
he lived near Harlan, Ind. As a young man he accepted Christ
as his personal Savior and united with the United Brethren Church at Lockport,
Ohio. He was a kind husband arid father and a friend to all, always
looking to the welfare of others.

He leaves to mourn
their loss his dear wife, nine children: Mrs. Mildred Boger, 8pencerville,
Ind.; Mrs. Irene Zimmerman, Harlan, Ind.; Mrs. Mary Fordham, Antwerp, Ohio;
Floyd Erbskorn of Archbold, Ohio; Mrs. Gladys Richardson, Bryan, Ohio;
Noble, John, Glen and Richard at home; six grandchildren,
one sister, arid four brothers. Those who preceded him in death were;
two daughters, father and mother, two sisters and three brothers.

Card of ThanksWe wish to thank
all relatives, friends and neighbors who in any way extended their sympathy
and help in our time of bereavement. The Erbskorri Family.

HENRY
EICHERHenry Eicher, son
of Christian and Catherine (Schad) Eicher, was born April 30, 1880, near
Archbold, Ohio, and departed from this life at the Detwiler Memorial Hospital,
Wauseon, Ohio, July 20, 1965, at
the age of 85 years, 2 months, and 20 days. Early in life he accepted
Jesus Christ as his personal Savior, united with the Mennonite Church and
was a faithful member of the Lockport congregation at the time of his death.
On March 12, 1903, he was united in marriage with Mary Ligibel,
sharing with her the joys and sorrows of life for 53 years. She was called
away in death on December 3, 1956.

He is survived by
*neices, nephews, brothers and sisters in law, and many friends. Preceding
him besides his companion were his parents, 5 brothers and 3 sisters. He
was the last of his family to leave this earth.

For many years he
and his wife were occupied by farming northwest of Archbold, Ohio. In 1938
they moved to 701 N. Defiance Street where they resided until their deaths.
His health began to fail rapidly in
April, 1965, arid since then has been cared for at the hospital and in
the home of a nephew, Amos J. Eicher. He was a kind and loving husband,
brother, and uncle. His friendship and open home will
be missed, but our loss is his eternal gain. Funeral services were
conducted .from the Grisier Funeral Home in Archbold, and at the Lockport
Church by Walter Stuckey and Earl Stuckey. Burial
in Lockport Cemetery.

(poem from Mary's
obituary).

One we loved is gone
forever, From this world
of pain and tears; How we'll miss his
tender counsels, Which we treasured
through the years. Just beyond the
silent river, Our beloved one
has gone; On to dwell with
Christ forever, For his toil on
earth is done.

Card Of ThanksWe wish 'to thank
all friends and relatives for their many acts of kindness and flowers,
cards and food sent at the time of the passing of Henry Eicher. Mr.
and Mrs. E. A. King Mr. and Mrs. Milton Short.

JOSEPH
FREYJoseph Frey, son
of Christ and Martha Frey; was born near Archbold, Ohio, on February 17,1878,
and departed this life at the home of his sister, Mrs. Sarah Liechty near
Leo, Ind., May 23, 1951, at the age of 73
years, 3 months and 16 :days, The deceased lived near Archbold, Ohio,
for the entire period of his life except the last six months which because
of illness were spent with his sister. He was of a family of five
children all of whom preceded him in death except Sarah who together with
other relatives and friends remain to mourn his departure. His father
died in 1897 and his mother in 1923. Following their deaths Joe and his
brother Sam lived 'together and enjoyed the *compainionship
of one another until the death of Sam less than one year ago. They made
many friends during, life and retained them until death. In his early
manhood *be accepted Christ as his personal saviour and united with the
Central Mennonite Church and remained faithful until death. The days of
his Christian life were spent in an unassuming exemplary way and the blessings
of God were his to enjoy.

Servant of God, well
done! Rest from thy loved
employ. The battle fought;
the victory won, Enter thy Master’s
joy. The pains of death
are past, Labor and sorrow
cease And Life's long
warfare closed at last, Thy soul is found
in peace.

JACOB
S. FENSTERMAKERJacob S. Fenstermaker,
son of Abraham and Susan (Sechrist) Fenstermaker, was born at Ridgeville
Corners, Ohio, April 25, 1875 and passed away July 2, 1955 at Toledo hospital,
Toledo, Ohio at the age of 80 years, two months and seven days.
His father, mother, two sisters and two brothers *preceeded him in death.
In the year 1901 he was united in marriage to Mattie KIeck and they observed
their Golden Wedding anniversary. Nov. 7, 1951. He was a member of
the Missionary church of Archbold O., a Spanish War Veteran and served
in Co. F of the 6th regiment.He leaves to mourn
his departure, his wife, Mattie, nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

Card Of ThanksI wish to thank
neighbors, friends and relatlves for the kindness they have shown me during
the illness and death of my husband. Also for the beautiful flowers. Thank
you one and all. Mrs. J. S. Fenstermaker.

FRANK
ALBERT GRAF Frank A. Graf, son
of S. T. and Anna Mary Graf, was born in Wauseon, Ohio, Dec. 3, 1872, and
passed away in his home near Archbold, on Monday, March 19, at the age
of 78 years, 3 months and 16 days. His entire life was spent in this community
with the exception of 2 years when he was employed in
the state of Illinois. On January 6, 1898 he was united in marriage
with Jessie Beuclair who passed away Sept. 21, 1926. On April 10, 1928
he was united in marriage with Arvada Aeschliman who survives.
On January 29, 1928 he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and united
with the Evangelical Mennonite church in which he was a faithful and diligent
member until his death. For many years he served as a member of the Board
of Trustees wherein he gave many days of service to God and the church.
He lived a quiet, unassuming yet exemplary life, bearing patiently and
without complaint his many months of failing health.

He leaves to mourn
his departure a sorrowing wife, 2 brothers, Carl and Edward of Butler,
Ind., and one sister,
Mrs. Mary Holverstott of Dumont, New Jersey, besides a host of relatives
and friends.

The pains of
death are passed Labors and sorrows
cease And life's long
warfare closed at last His soul is found
in peace. Soldier of Christ,
well done Praise be thy new
employ And while eternal
ages run Rest in thy Saviour’s
joy.

Card Of ThanksI wish to thank
our many friend for the many kindnesses-shown us, for flowers and memorials given and to all
who helped in any way during the death and burial of my dear husband.
Mrs. Frank A. Graf.

LIZZIE
(Nofziger) GRIESERLizzie Grieser,
daughter of David and Barbara Nofziger, was born near Archbold, Ohio, October
7, 1871, and departed this life at her home near Archbold, Ohio, April
18, 1956, at the age of 84 years, 6 months and 11 days. On December
2, 1894, she was united in marriage to Simon Grieser, who preceded her
in death July 20, 1937. To this union were born seven children, four
sons and three daughters, Elmer, Raymond. Clarence and Irene, all residing
in this vicinity. One son and two daughters preceded her in death.
In her youth she accepted Christ as her Savior, and united with
.the Mennonite Church, and remained faithful until the end. She was regular
in her church attendance, and her place was seldom vacant. She was
interested in the spiritual welfare of her family and
the church.

Her departure is
mourned by four children, four grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Emma Short
and Sarah Nofziger, besides a host of relatives and friends. Her
parents, husband, three children six grandchildren, three brothers and
two sisters preceded her in death.

Rest on dear Mother
your labor is o'er:Your willing hands
will toil no more; A faithful Mother,
true and kind, No friend on earth
like you we’ll find.

Card Of ThanksWe wish to express
our heartfelt thanks to all neighbors, friends and relatives for their
flowers, cards and many acts of kindness during our bereavement. We wish
to especially thank the ministers for their consoling words. Mr. and Mrs.
Elmer Grieser and Family, Mr. and Mrs.Raymond Grieser
and Family, Clarence and Irene Grieser.

Wanda
Darlene GraberWanda Darlene Graber,
oldest daughter of Ira B. and Florence Graber was born in Stryker, Ohio,
June 10, 1921, and took her early departure from life at the Cameron Hospital,
Bryan Ohio, at the age of 22 years,.10 months and 29 days. After
an illness of approximately 8 years, various complications overtook her
tired body and Wanda left us, never to return here, but to beckon us to a better land where
pain and sickness never come. At an early age Wanda accepted Christ
as her Savior and Lord
and to the very best of her ability remained true and faithful to him until
he called her home. She was ever kind and obedient showing much patience
and will be greatly missed, not only by her parents but also by two brothers:
Milo, Electrician's Mate 3rd class of the U.S. Navy and Ellis at home;
two sisters, Joan and Shirley, both at home; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs.
Peter Graber of Stryker, and Moses Stutzman of Archbold, Ohio, besides
a host of other relatives .and friends.

Card Of ThanksWe wish to thank
everyone who assisted in any way during the illness, death and burial of
our loving daughter and sister. Also to those who contributed floral offerings.
Mr. and Mrs. Ira Graber and Family.

SARAH
(Sauder) GRIESER Sarah Grieser, daughter
of Henry and Jemima Sauder, was born Jan. 10,1881, near Archbold, Ohio.
Died at her home in Archbold, July 7, 1951, after suffering 11 days from
a paralytic stroke, never gaining consciousness, at the age of 70 years,
5 months and 27 days. On Nov. 19, 1912 she was united in
marriage with Amos Grieser sharing life's joys and sorrows nearly 39 years. She leaves to mourn
her departure, her sorrowing companion, one foster daughter, Jennie, (Mrs.
Orval Sauder), four foster grandchildren; sister, Mary (Mrs. Henry Nafziger)
of Archbold and one brother, Samuel of Elmira, besides a host of relatives
and friends. There preceded her in death, her parents, one brother, Albert.
In her youth she accepted Christ as her Savior and united with the Central
Mennonite Church and remained faithful until her death.

"Tis hard to part
with Sarah dear,No more to see her
here But yet we're glad
if God saw best To end her troubles
and give her rest, In Heaven to reign
with Angels fair. May our names too,
be written there Then we again may
each other meet, and walk with her
the Golden Street.”

Daniel
GrieserDaniel. Grieser,
son of Daniel and Anna (King) Grieser, was born Feb. 19, 1862 near Archbold,
Ohio passed away May 27, 1944 at the age of 82 years, 3 months and 8 days.
On Aug.18, 1889, he was united in marriage to. Anna Nofziger, and together
they shared the joys and sorrows of life for nearly 55 years. To this union
were born 9 children; 4 preceded him in death.

There remains to
mourn his sudden and unexpected death his loving companion, 5 children:
Amos, Samuel, and Mattie (Mrs. William Nofziger), all of Archbold, O.;
Harvey and Daniel of Wauseon, O.; 15 grandchildren, 1 foster grandchild,
and 2 foster great-grandchildren. Brother Grieser, being of a family of 12,
only 2 brothers remain: Jacob of Archbold and John Wauseon, O., besides
many relatives and friends.

In youth he accepted
Christ as his Savior; and united with the Central Mennonite Church reaming a faithful member
until he passed away. Brother Grieser had enjoyed good health, and
had been to visit his son
Samuel with his companion and on arriving home just in front of the yard
gate, suffered a heart attack, passing away: in the car. He possessed
a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight
of God of great price. He was a loving husband,. Kind father, good 'neighbor,
and will be missed by
all who knew him.

“God saw fit to take
him from us, Up in Heaven there
so high; Angels, took him,
oh so sudden, With no time to
say goodbye.” ”Oh dear father,
how we miss you,Since your place
is vacant here, But you'll never
be forgotten By the ones who
hold you dear.”

Card Of ThanksOur heartfelt thanks
.are extended to all neighbors, friends and relatives who in any way assisted us at the time of
the death and burial of our dear Father. The Family.

NELLIE
PRISCILLA (Short) GRIESER Nellie Priscilla
(Short) Grieser, daughter of John C. and Lydia Short, was born November
16, 1894, near Archbold, Ohio and responded to the Lord's call to heaven
early Friday morning, September 9, 1977 at her home in Stryker, Ohio at
the age of 82 years, nine months and 23 days. On December 14, 1916 she
repeated the vows of marriage with Verden M. Grieser at her parents' home,
near Archbold, Ohio. Their union was enriched by four chi1dren. This happy
union lasted nearly twenty years until Verden was called home to be with
the Lord at the age of 41 years. She was always involved in the work of
the Church. She gave her life to Jesus at an early age and became a member
of the Mennonite Church. Her current membership was with the Pine Grove
congregation near Stryker, Ohio. She was well known in the Stryker
area because of her employment at the Stryker School and at Beck's Restaurant.

Her four children
survive: Lloyd and Orval of Archbold, Ohio; Pauline (Mrs. Glen Gunden)
of Grand Rapids, Michigan; and Gerald of Stryker, Ohio; 11 grandchildren
and three great-grandchildren. All of Nellie's
brothers and sisters had preceded her in death.

Mom was a beautiful
example of Christian love and patience. During the last few years when
physical movement was so painful, she maintained a fantastic positive attitude
toward life. Her devotion to and enjoyment of tier family were constant
highlights. She would eagerly look ahead to family activities.
Many who visited with her were amazed at her attitudes and came away encouraged.

Card of ThanksThank you to all
who expressed your love to us in cards, gifts, prayers and thoughtfulness.
We really appreciate
you. The family of Nellie Grieser

JACOB
GRIESERJacob Grieser, son
of the Daniel and Anna King Grieser was born in Fulton County, Ohio Oct.
9, 1870. Departed this life March 1, 1951, at the age of 80 years, 4 months,
and 22 days. On Nov:3, 1892, he was united in marriage with Lydia
M. Baer who passed away January 1?, 1944, after having lived together for
51 years. This union was blessed with four children two sons and
.two daughters: Mrs. Ella Coon, Charles J., Nelson R., and Mable (Mrs.
Lee Riegsecker) all of Archbold, Ohio.

He leaves to mourn
his departure his four children, 16 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren
besides a host of relatives and friends. His companion three grandchildren
and one great grandchild preceded him in death. Brother Grieser,
being of a family of 12, was the last survivor.

He spent his entire
life in and near Archbold, Ohio, but his unexpected death came as a shock,
while visiting in the home of his grandson Victor Coon near Winameg, Ohio.
In youth he accepted Christ as his Savior and united with the Central Mennonite
Church where he was a faithful member until his death.

“Servant of God,
well done! Rest from thy loved
employ; The battle fought,
the victory won, Enter thy Master’s
joy. "The pains of death
are past, Labor and sorrow
cease, And Life's long
warfare closed at last, Thy soul is found
in peace. “

Card of ThanksThe family wishes
to express their heart-felt thanks to all neighbors and friends who in
any way assisted them at their time of sorrow. The Jacob Grieser Family.

ROYAL
JOSEPH GRIESER Royal Joseph Grieser,
son of Albert and Priscilla Vonier Grieser, was born September 18, 1916,
near Tedrow, Ohio, and passed away at Detwiler Memorial Hospital, Sunday
evening, August 1, 1954. Royal was married to Magdalene Detter on
July 7, 1940. Their home was blessed with hree children: Larry
Lee, Nancy Sue, and Roger LeRoy.

He leaves to mourn
his passing: his wife, 3 children, parents, two brothers, Kenneth of Archbold,
and Wayne of Bryan; three sisters, Mrs. Gladys Zuercher, Mrs. Edith Wyse,
and Mrs. Rutheda Stuckey, all of Archbold, and many other relatives, neighbors
and friends.

I see the wrong that
round me lies, I feel the guilt
within; I hear, with groan
and travail-cries, The world confess
its sin. Yet, in the maddening
maze of things, And tossed by storm
and flood, To one fixed trust
my spirit clings; I know that God
is good! And' if my heart
and flesh are weak To bear an untried
pain, The bruised reed
He will not break,But strengthen and
sustain., I know not where
His islands lift Their fronded palms
in air; I only know I cannot
drift Beyond His love
and care.

Card Of ThanksWe wish to express
our sincerest thanks to all kind friends and neighbors who aided and comforted
us in the time of our sorrow. The Family.

VERNA
E. (Eicher) GRIESERVerna E. Grieser,
72, 1065 Westmont, Napoleon, Ohio, died Wednesday, January 1, 1975, at
Northcrest Nursing Home. Deceased was a daughter of the late Mr.
and Mrs. Christian S. Eicher, lived in the Napoleon community 30 years
and was the widow of the late Earl A. Grieser She graduated from
school of nursing in 1925. She was vice-president of the Napoleon Creamery
Company. She was a member of the Soroptimist Club of Napoleon, Ohio, and
the St. Augustine's Church.

Card of ThanksWe wish to extend
our heartfelt thanks to the friends and neighbors who so kindly assisted
us during the illness and death of Verna Grieser. The families of Earl
and Verna Grieser

JACOB
GOLDSMITH Jacob Goldsmith,
son of Peter and Alberta Seifert Goldsmith, was born near Archbold, Ohio,
on May 28, 1891 and passed away at the Fulton County Health Center in Wauseon,
Ohio, on Feb. 2, 1977. His age was 85 years, 8 months, and 5 days.
During most of his working years Jacob was self-employed in the occupation
of farming and the buying and selling of poultry. He was in the poultry
business for 35 years. The farm home was located southeast of Fayette;
Ohio. He was well acquainted with many in the area and enjoyed his work
and the opportunities to be in contact with many persons. About 12
years ago his health began to fail and much of the time he was confined
to his home. On Oct. 6, 1976 he was admitted to the Northwest Care Center
and was a resident there until Dec. 30 when it was necessary to have hospital
treatment. Since that time he was a patient at the Fulton County Health
Center, where he passed away on Feb. 2. Jacob was a member
of the Christian Church Disciples of Christ in Fayette, Ohio. On
March 22, 1912, Jacob was united in marriage to Malinda Weber. Two daughters
were born to this union, Virginia and Rosetta. Malinda passed away on Feb.
13, 1919. On March 1, 1922 Jacob was united in marriage to Minnie
Weber. One daughter, Ada, was born to this union. Together Jacob and Minnie shared almost
55 years.

He was preceded in
death by his first companion, Malinda; his parents; one daughter, Mrs.
Ada Frazer; one great-grandchild; 6 brothers; 4 sisters. He leaves
to mourn his passing: his wife, Minnie; two daughters, Mrs. Virginia Hausch
and Mrs. Rosetta Klopfenstein, both of Toledo, Ohio; six grandchildren;
eleven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Almeda Weber of Wauseon,
Ohio, and Mrs. Arminda Waldfogel of Lakeland, Florida; three brothers,
Harry of Swanton; Jesse, and Edward of Wauseon, Ohio; his nieces and nephews,
many other relatives, neighbors, and friends.Funeral services
were held at 10: 30 a.m. Feb. 5 at the Short Funeral Home with Rev. Charles
H. Gautsche and Rev. Edwin Allen officiating. Burial in the Smith Cemetery
near Tedrow, Ohio.

There is no death,
let this be known; There is no end
to life; There is no end
except to earth, And fearful days
of strife. And for the ones
who lie asleep. Their gain is greater
now; The kindly hand
of God above, Shall soothe their
weary brows, And greet them where
the shores are fair

JEMIMA
(Baer)GRIESERJemima Grieser,
daughter of Martin and Judith Johns Baer , was born on Oct. 8, 1882, at
Wellman, Iowa, arid passed from this life on Feb. 28, 1977 at her home
east of Archbold; Ohio. Her age was 94 years, 4
months, and 20 days. In her long lifetime she enjoyed unusual health and
vitality. It was only during the last two months that she was unable to
care for herself and maintain her home. At about seventeen years
of age Jemima-moved with her parents and family from Wellman, Iowa to the Archbold,
Ohio, community which became her home for 77 years. On August
24,1902 Jemima was united in marriage to Ephraim Grieser. Six children
were born to their union: one son and five daughters. Ephraim passed away
on July 16, 1945: After her husband's death Jemima opened her home to young
men coming to the Archbold area for work. Over the years a total of 60
fellows from 12 states and four foreign countries found a home with "Grandma
Grieser." The occupation of "homemaker" should surely be attributed
to her; a home for husband and family;then after her family
was grown, a home for many in a new community. In her youth Jemima
accepted Jesus Christ as her personal saviour and became a member of the
Mennonite Church. She has been a faithful member of the *Cenyral Congregation.
She was active in the Women's Missionary and Service Commission and the
Golden Age Sewing Group.

She was preceded
in death by her parents, her husband, one infant daughter, a son-in-law,
one grandchild, two great-grand- children, four sisters and three brothers.
She is survived by five children: Laura, Mrs. Glen Rufenacht of RR2, Archbold,
Ohio; Mrs. A1meda Short of RR2, Archbold, Ohio; Truman C. Grieser and his
wife Beulah of RR1, Archbold, Ohio; Ruth, Mrs. Harold Short of
RR2, Fayette. Ohio and Martha, Mrs. Gaylord Fielitz of RR2, Archbold, Ohio; 22 grandchildren;
56 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs.
Abbie Wyse of Midland, Michigan; and Mrs. Amanda Beck of Archbold, Ohio;
her nieces and nephews, many other relatives, neighbors, and friends.

Funeral services
were held on Friday, March 4 at 10:30 a.m. at the Central Mennonite Church
in charge of Charles H. Gautsche and P. L. Frey. Burial was in the Pettisville
Cemetery.